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T47 DHY

1998 Yamaha XS250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,938 mi
Last recorded5,938 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT47 DHY
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 27 Aug 2025 5,938 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 5,429 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 4,857 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 4,442 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 4,442 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 4,419 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 4,384 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 4,141 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 4,139 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2008 4,114 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 4,034 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2006 3,461 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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T47 DHY is a 1998 Yamaha XS250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 T47 DHY, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha XS250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was T47 DHY registered?

T47 DHY is a 1998 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is T47 DHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for T47 DHY shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does T47 DHY have outstanding finance?

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