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VJB 938S

1978 Yamaha XS250

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

33,285 mi
Last recorded33,285 miles
Recorded on20 May 2017
Typical for 1978 Yamaha XS25020,638 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJB 938S
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2017 33,285 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 32,225 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2016 32,225 miles

Registration plate deteriorated cracked (6.3.1d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 32,072 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 4 Sep 2013 32,072 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 31,481 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 11 Jul 2006 31,481 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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VJB 938S is a 1978 Yamaha XS250 in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 VJB 938S, 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 VJB 938S registered?

VJB 938S is a 1978 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 24 July 1978.

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The MOT history for VJB 938S shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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