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UKX 576W

1981 Yamaha XS250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

32,366 mi
Last recorded32,366 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2008
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS25021,202 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUKX 576W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2008 32,366 miles

Advise replacement of both tyres - showing signs of age (cracking)

Flexible line to front brake longer than neccesary

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rubber splitting on offside foot peg

Fail 10 Jun 2008 32,366 miles

Advise replacement of both tyres - showing signs of age (cracking)

Flexible line to front brake longer than neccesary

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rubber splitting on offside foot peg

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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UKX 576W is a 1981 Yamaha XS250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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

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 UKX 576W, 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.

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What year was UKX 576W registered?

UKX 576W is a 1981 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is UKX 576W safe to buy?

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