MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
33,285 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Registration plate deteriorated cracked (6.3.1d)
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
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)
Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)
How Reliable is the Yamaha XS250?
Based on 2,030 MOT tests across 492 vehicles.
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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.
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What year was VJB 938S registered?
VJB 938S is a 1978 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 24 July 1978.
Is VJB 938S safe to buy?
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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