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XPY 163S

1977 Yamaha DT250

Silver Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2019
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

997 mi
Last recorded997 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2018
Typical for 1977 Yamaha DT2508,166 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPY 163S
MakeYamaha
ModelDT250
Year1977
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2018 997 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 997 miles

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

How Reliable is the Yamaha DT250?

Based on 792 MOT tests across 196 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
112
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
196
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Direction indicator not working 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 7
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XPY 163S is a 1977 Yamaha DT250 in Silver with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1977 Yamaha DT250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 8,166 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 DT250 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XPY 163S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha DT250 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 49 years old, this Yamaha DT250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XPY 163S?

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What year was XPY 163S registered?

XPY 163S is a 1977 Yamaha DT250, first registered on 1 December 1977.

Is XPY 163S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XPY 163S shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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