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S294 ULS

1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,729 mi
Last recorded13,729 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2022
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S12,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS294 ULS
MakeYamaha
ModelXv 250 S
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2022 13,729 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 13,712 miles

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 13,582 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 13,136 miles

clutch cable needs ajusted

one spoke on the rear wheel is slack will need adjusted soon

Fail 3 Apr 2014 13,136 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

clutch cable needs ajusted

one spoke on the rear wheel is slack will need adjusted soon

Pass 10 Aug 2012 12,639 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 30 Jul 2012 12,632 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 11,991 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 11,272 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2009 10,189 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 9,255 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 8,532 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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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S294 ULS is a 1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 12,227 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 S294 ULS, 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 28 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 S294 ULS registered?

S294 ULS is a 1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S, first registered on 19 August 1998.

Is S294 ULS safe to buy?

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