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VCX 570V

1979 Yamaha XS250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

14,737 mi
Last recorded14,737 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2006
Typical for 1979 Yamaha XS25020,288 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVCX 570V
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2006 14,737 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2006 14,737 miles

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Fail 13 Mar 2006 14,677 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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VCX 570V is a 1979 Yamaha XS250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha XS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 20,288 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 VCX 570V, 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 47 years old, this Yamaha XS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VCX 570V?

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What year was VCX 570V registered?

VCX 570V is a 1979 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is VCX 570V safe to buy?

The MOT history for VCX 570V shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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