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WJF 579X

1982 Yamaha XT250

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2017
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

46,413 mi
Last recorded46,413 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2016
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XT25018,850 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJF 579X
MakeYamaha
ModelXT250
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2016 46,413 miles
Fail 28 May 2016 46,413 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Fail 27 May 2015 43,393 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Pass 27 May 2015 43,393 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 43,323 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 43,323 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2013 43,272 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2013 43,272 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 1 Mar 2010 43,136 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2010 43,136 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 4 Dec 2008 42,816 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2008 42,816 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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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WJF 579X is a 1982 Yamaha XT250 in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 WJF 579X, 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

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What year was WJF 579X registered?

WJF 579X is a 1982 Yamaha XT250, first registered on 12 May 1982.

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