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R858 MJF

1997 Yamaha Xv 250 S

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

25,543 mi
Last recorded25,543 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xv 250 S14,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR858 MJF
MakeYamaha
ModelXv 250 S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2023 25,543 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 25,475 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 25,444 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 24,959 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016
Fail 20 Jul 2015 23,540 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 23,540 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 22,362 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 20,753 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 20,051 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 18,042 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 16,567 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 Sep 2009 15,124 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 12,150 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 10,051 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 10,051 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 Oct 2006 9,247 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2006 9,141 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xv 250 S?

Based on 1,012 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
276
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
103
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
Drive chain excessively loose 6
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R858 MJF is a 1997 Yamaha Xv 250 S in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Xv 250 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 14,840 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Xv 250 S fails its MOT is exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R858 MJF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xv 250 S typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Xv 250 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R858 MJF registered?

R858 MJF is a 1997 Yamaha Xv 250 S, first registered on 19 August 1997.

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The MOT history for R858 MJF shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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