MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
27,392 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)
Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)
Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
slight cracking in sidewalls of front tyre
Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
Rear Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)
Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
slight cracking in sidewalls of front tyre
How Reliable is the Yamaha XS250?
Based on 2,030 MOT tests across 492 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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UNK 953W is a 1981 Yamaha XS250 in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 UNK 953W, 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 UNK 953W registered?
UNK 953W is a 1981 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 31 March 1981.
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