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VRU 642X

1982 Yamaha XT250

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,915 mi
Last recorded15,915 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2015
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XT25018,850 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRU 642X
MakeYamaha
ModelXT250
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 12 Mar 2015 15,915 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 15,915 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 15,857 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 15,753 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 20 Feb 2013 15,753 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 15,619 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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VRU 642X is a 1982 Yamaha XT250 in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha XT250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 18,850 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 XT250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VRU 642X, 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 44 years old, this Yamaha XT250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VRU 642X?

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What year was VRU 642X registered?

VRU 642X is a 1982 Yamaha XT250, first registered on 10 June 1982.

Is VRU 642X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRU 642X shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VRU 642X have outstanding finance?

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