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S729 NRB

1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

14,071 mi
Last recorded14,071 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2014
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S12,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS729 NRB
MakeYamaha
ModelXv 250 S
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2014 14,071 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 14,016 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 13,815 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 13,703 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 13,550 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Feb 2008 12,813 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Jan 2006 12,745 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 6 Jan 2006 12,745 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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S729 NRB is a 1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S729 NRB, 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 S729 NRB registered?

S729 NRB is a 1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S, first registered on 5 October 1998.

Is S729 NRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S729 NRB shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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