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T59 FFV

1999 Yamaha XV250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

5,187 mi
Last recorded5,187 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XV2508,510 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT59 FFV
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 5,187 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 5,181 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2025 5,181 miles

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

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

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 16 May 2024 4,928 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 May 2023 4,667 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

rear tyre cracking

Pass 20 May 2022 4,314 miles
Fail 20 May 2022 4,314 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2021 3,746 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2020 3,410 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 16 Mar 2020 3,390 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords excessive cracking on side and tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Exhaust noisy none standard system fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 2,761 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 2,620 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Oct 2016 23,444 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 23,441 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 2,339 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 2,331 miles

both rear shock absorber rubber bush slight play

Pass 19 May 2011 2,314 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 2,243 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 2,222 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 2,187 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 2,031 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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T59 FFV is a 1999 Yamaha XV250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 T59 FFV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T59 FFV registered?

T59 FFV is a 1999 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 10 June 1999.

Is T59 FFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T59 FFV shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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