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S385 YHK

1999 Yamaha XV250

Black Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

17,955 mi
Last recorded17,955 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2024
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XV2508,510 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS385 YHK
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2024 17,955 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 17,868 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 17,542 miles
Fail 19 May 2022 17,542 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 17,411 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 17,296 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 17,202 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 17,125 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 16,882 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 16,703 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 16,078 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2012 15,800 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 15,800 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2011 15,518 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 14,655 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 14,263 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 13,039 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 11,060 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 8,366 miles

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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S385 YHK is a 1999 Yamaha XV250 in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha XV250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 8,510 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 S385 YHK, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha XV250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S385 YHK?

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What year was S385 YHK registered?

S385 YHK is a 1999 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S385 YHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S385 YHK shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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