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UNK 963W

1981 Yamaha XS250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

9,590 mi
Last recorded9,590 miles
Recorded on31 May 2019
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS25021,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUNK 963W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2019 9,590 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 9,507 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 9,312 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 8,979 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 8,979 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Pass 16 May 2015 8,859 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 8,787 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 8,768 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 8,750 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 8,741 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2011 8,741 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 24 Apr 2010 6,725 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 8,708 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 8,614 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 8,404 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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UNK 963W is a 1981 Yamaha XS250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 963W, 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 963W registered?

UNK 963W is a 1981 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is UNK 963W safe to buy?

The MOT history for UNK 963W shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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