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WL04 LYJ

2004 Yamaha XVS250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

29,268 mi
Last recorded29,268 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2019
Typical for 2004 Yamaha XVS2509,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL04 LYJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS250
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2019 29,268 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 24,724 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 15,884 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 15,822 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 15,687 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 15,413 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 15,172 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 15,077 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 14,939 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 14,843 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 14,306 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 14 Feb 2008 12,344 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 11 Jun 2007 11,830 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 11 Jun 2007 11,830 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XVS250?

Based on 2,692 MOT tests across 235 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
333
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
235
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 24
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 21
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
Horn not working 11
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WL04 LYJ is a 2004 Yamaha XVS250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha XVS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 9,499 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XVS250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WL04 LYJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XVS250 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 22 years old, this Yamaha XVS250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WL04 LYJ registered?

WL04 LYJ is a 2004 Yamaha XVS250, first registered on 16 June 2004.

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