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V985 NEX

2005 Yamaha YZ250

Blue Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

3,107 mi
Last recorded3,107 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV985 NEX
MakeYamaha
ModelYZ250
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2015 3,107 miles

daytime only bike no chain guard fitted

Pass 13 Sep 2014

Chain guard missing

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 21 Sep 2013

Chain guard missing

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

daytime only bike

Pass 17 May 2012
Pass 13 Jan 2010

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 22 Nov 2008

All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Fail 22 Nov 2008

All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 13 Jul 2006 218 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YZ250?

Based on 457 MOT tests across 127 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
22
Year Lifespan
127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre is unsuitable 16
reflector on motorcycle missing 7
wheel bearings have excessive free play 6
Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim 5
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 4
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V985 NEX is a 2005 Yamaha YZ250 in Blue with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

The most common reason a Yamaha YZ250 fails its MOT is tyre is unsuitable, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V985 NEX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YZ250 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Yamaha YZ250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V985 NEX registered?

V985 NEX is a 2005 Yamaha YZ250, first registered on 8 June 2005.

Is V985 NEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for V985 NEX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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