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T442 SPT

1999 Yamaha XV250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

13,692 mi
Last recorded13,692 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XV2508,510 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT442 SPT
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 13,692 miles

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Both shock absorbers (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 12 Aug 2025 13,692 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Both shock absorbers (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 13,315 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Both shock absorbers (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 13,032 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 12,862 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2022 12,859 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 12,563 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 12,386 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 12,269 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush lower (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy slightly notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

front tyre appears to be a rear fitment type tyre, but it does not state rear fitment only

Pass 11 Apr 2018 12,098 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 11,891 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Apr 2016 11,656 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 11,508 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 11,324 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 11,262 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 11,143 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 9,646 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 9,646 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 8,929 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2010 7,026 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 6,153 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 5,799 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2007 5,037 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 3,296 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2005 3,172 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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T442 SPT is a 1999 Yamaha XV250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 T442 SPT, 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.

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What year was T442 SPT registered?

T442 SPT is a 1999 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 26 July 1999.

Is T442 SPT safe to buy?

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