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W556 OFG

2000 Yamaha XV250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

14,168 mi
Last recorded14,168 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Yamaha XV2509,986 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW556 OFG
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 14,168 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 13,690 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 25 Jun 2024 13,690 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2022 13,259 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 12,896 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 12,881 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 12,866 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 12,831 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 12,549 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 12,432 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 12,317 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 12,190 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 11,916 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 10,782 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2008 8,739 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 7,975 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2007 7,975 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2006 3,556 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XV250?

Based on 5,249 MOT tests across 526 vehicles.

84.8%
Pass Rate
276
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
526
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 82
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 58
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 54
Drive chain excessively loose 33
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 25
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W556 OFG is a 2000 Yamaha XV250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha XV250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 9,986 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XV250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 82 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W556 OFG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XV250 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 26 years old, this Yamaha XV250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W556 OFG registered?

W556 OFG is a 2000 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 22 May 2000.

Is W556 OFG safe to buy?

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