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WPL 142Y

1982 Yamaha XS250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2023
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,627 mi
Last recorded11,627 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2022
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XS25014,148 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWPL 142Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 18 Aug 2022 11,627 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 11,590 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 11,589 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 11,560 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 11,552 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2017 11,542 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 11,532 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 11,522 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 Jul 2014 11,512 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 11,501 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 11,491 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 11,480 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 11,453 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 11,446 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 11,438 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 11,430 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 11,416 miles

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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WPL 142Y is a 1982 Yamaha XS250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha XS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 14,148 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 WPL 142Y, 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 44 years old, this Yamaha XS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WPL 142Y registered?

WPL 142Y is a 1982 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 20 August 1982.

Is WPL 142Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for WPL 142Y shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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