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VAN 666S

1978 Yamaha XS250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

18,240 mi
Last recorded18,240 miles
Recorded on22 May 2017
Typical for 1978 Yamaha XS25020,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAN 666S
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2017 18,240 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 18,221 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 18,185 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 18,157 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 18,155 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 18,115 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2009 18,115 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2008 18,034 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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VAN 666S is a 1978 Yamaha XS250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1978 Yamaha XS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 20,638 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 VAN 666S, 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 48 years old, this Yamaha XS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VAN 666S registered?

VAN 666S is a 1978 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 31 May 1978.

Is VAN 666S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAN 666S 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.

Does VAN 666S have outstanding finance?

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