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XJR 10T

1979 Yamaha XS250

Blue Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

33,700 mi
Last recorded33,700 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 1979 Yamaha XS25020,288 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJR 10T
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 33,700 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2024 33,248 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2023 32,710 miles

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

Fail 21 Oct 2023 32,655 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Sep 2022 32,390 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 31,090 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 30,808 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 30,042 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 28,140 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 26,933 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 23,322 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 22,812 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 22,779 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 22,554 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 22,496 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 22,374 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 22,319 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 22,270 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 21,165 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 20,933 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 20,774 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 20,731 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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XJR 10T is a 1979 Yamaha XS250 in Blue with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha XS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 20,288 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 XJR 10T, 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 47 years old, this Yamaha XS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XJR 10T?

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What year was XJR 10T registered?

XJR 10T is a 1979 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 8 May 1979.

Is XJR 10T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJR 10T shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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