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VOB 797S

1978 Yamaha XS250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2013
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,979 mi
Last recorded21,979 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2012
Typical for 1978 Yamaha XS25020,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVOB 797S
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 23 Nov 2012 21,979 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 21,298 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 20,819 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 20,188 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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VOB 797S is a 1978 Yamaha XS250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VOB 797S, 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 VOB 797S registered?

VOB 797S is a 1978 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 1 June 1978.

Is VOB 797S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VOB 797S shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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