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WJF 44S

1978 Yamaha XS250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,051 mi
Last recorded32,051 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2017
Typical for 1978 Yamaha XS25020,638 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJF 44S
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2017 32,051 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

both front and rear tyres worn slightly uneven outer edges

rear mud gard corroded slightly

Pass 1 Aug 2015 31,895 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Fail 2 Aug 2014 31,388 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

rear brake travel

Pass 2 Aug 2014 31,388 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

rear brake travel

Pass 17 Sep 2012 31,038 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

front tyre worn uneven in centre of tread

offside front indicator stalk slightly loose

Fail 7 Sep 2012 31,005 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

front tyre worn uneven in centre of tread

offside front indicator stalk slightly loose

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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WJF 44S is a 1978 Yamaha XS250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WJF 44S, 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 WJF 44S registered?

WJF 44S is a 1978 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 26 June 1978.

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