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S901 EAF

1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2024
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

13,149 mi
Last recorded13,149 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2023
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S12,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS901 EAF
MakeYamaha
ModelXv 250 S
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2023 13,149 miles

Wheel spoke slightly corroded both wheels (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 14 Oct 2023 13,149 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Wheel spoke slightly corroded both wheels (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 2 May 2014 13,149 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 12,217 miles

Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 12,217 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 11,924 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2006 11,924 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (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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S901 EAF is a 1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S901 EAF, 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 S901 EAF registered?

S901 EAF is a 1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S, first registered on 21 August 1998.

Is S901 EAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S901 EAF shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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