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RCX 970T

1979 Yamaha XS250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2021
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,395 mi
Last recorded24,395 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2020
Typical for 1979 Yamaha XS25020,288 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRCX 970T
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 15 Jul 2020 24,395 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 24,365 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 24,279 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS250?

Based on 2,030 MOT tests across 492 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
175
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
492
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 24
Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 17
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 16
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 15
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
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RCX 970T is a 1979 Yamaha XS250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha XS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 20,288 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XS250 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RCX 970T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS250 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 47 years old, this Yamaha XS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RCX 970T?

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What year was RCX 970T registered?

RCX 970T is a 1979 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 9 April 1979.

Is RCX 970T safe to buy?

The MOT history for RCX 970T shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RCX 970T have outstanding finance?

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