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VLW 455X

1981 Yamaha XT250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

44,628 mi
Last recorded44,628 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2016
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XT25017,820 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLW 455X
MakeYamaha
ModelXT250
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2016 44,628 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated corrosion (7.1.1a)

Fail 28 Jul 2016 44,628 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated corrosion (7.1.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 44,458 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2014 44,177 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2009 44,160 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 44,112 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 43,879 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 43,407 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT250?

Based on 2,832 MOT tests across 520 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
188
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
520
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
Horn not working 21
reflector on motorcycle missing 20
Direction indicator not working 18
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 16
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VLW 455X is a 1981 Yamaha XT250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XT250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 17,820 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XT250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VLW 455X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT250 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha XT250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of VLW 455X?

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What year was VLW 455X registered?

VLW 455X is a 1981 Yamaha XT250, first registered on 16 November 1981.

Is VLW 455X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLW 455X 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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