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SEA 819W

1981 Yamaha XS250

Blue Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

5,645 mi
Last recorded5,645 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2018
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS25021,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSEA 819W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2018 5,645 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 8,953 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

cracking in front and rear tyre

Pass 24 Jun 2015 5,437 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 5,236 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 4,423 miles
Fail 21 May 2011 4,423 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 4,410 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 4,408 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 4,401 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2005 4,178 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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SEA 819W is a 1981 Yamaha XS250 in Blue with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 21,202 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 SEA 819W, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha XS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SEA 819W registered?

SEA 819W is a 1981 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is SEA 819W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SEA 819W shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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