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R887 SLL

1997 Yamaha Xv 250 S

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

18,411 mi
Last recorded18,411 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xv 250 S14,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR887 SLL
MakeYamaha
ModelXv 250 S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2022 18,411 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 15,329 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 15,205 miles

Both tyres perished

Pass 1 May 2019 15,072 miles

both front and rear tyres lightly perished

Pass 11 May 2018 14,975 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 14,840 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 14,704 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 14,626 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 14,580 miles

front tyre slightly perished on sidewall

Pass 24 Jun 2013 14,533 miles

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

Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 14,484 miles

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

Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 28 Jun 2012 14,484 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 14,472 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 May 2010 14,401 miles

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

front tyre has slight cracking on walls

Pass 25 Jun 2009 14,059 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 13,757 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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R887 SLL is a 1997 Yamaha Xv 250 S in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 R887 SLL, 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 R887 SLL registered?

R887 SLL is a 1997 Yamaha Xv 250 S, first registered on 17 November 1997.

Is R887 SLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R887 SLL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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