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R973 AKK

1997 Yamaha XV250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2025
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

29,169 mi
Last recorded29,169 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV25012,156 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR973 AKK
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2024 29,169 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 28,177 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2014 26,875 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 26,370 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 26,370 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 25,530 miles

Front Fender Missing, May reduce the original strength of front suspension

Fail 14 Mar 2012 25,530 miles

Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Front Fender Missing, May reduce the original strength of front suspension

How Reliable is the Yamaha XV250?

Based on 5,249 MOT tests across 526 vehicles.

84.8%
Pass Rate
276
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
526
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 82
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 58
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 54
Drive chain excessively loose 33
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 25
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R973 AKK is a 1997 Yamaha XV250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XV250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 12,156 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha XV250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 82 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R973 AKK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XV250 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha XV250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R973 AKK registered?

R973 AKK is a 1997 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 12 August 1997.

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The MOT history for R973 AKK shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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