Yamaha WR250F Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Yamaha WR250F car check
Is the Yamaha WR250F reliable? We analysed 7,695 real MOT tests across 974 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha WR250F is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, reflector on motorcycle missing and tyre is unsuitable. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha WR250F.
Yamaha WR250F Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha WR250F. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha WR250F MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha WR250F to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha WR250F Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Yamaha WR250F fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Yamaha WR250F Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha WR250F owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha WR250F MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha WR250F year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 84 | 81.0% | 1,064 | 1,793 | 3,031 |
| 2012 | 68 | 85.3% | 420 | 4,079 | 11,025 |
| 2011 | 111 | 88.3% | 2,238 | 3,269 | 5,386 |
| 2010 | 298 | 85.2% | 1,578 | 2,762 | 5,988 |
| 2009 | 550 | 82.7% | 2,377 | 5,111 | 8,388 |
| 2008 | 786 | 81.9% | 1,152 | 4,005 | 6,565 |
| 2007 | 1,270 | 85.2% | 1,888 | 3,820 | 6,522 |
| 2006 | 983 | 82.5% | 1,107 | 3,893 | 6,178 |
| 2005 | 1,022 | 80.8% | 955 | 3,169 | 7,458 |
| 2004 | 830 | 81.1% | 710 | 1,836 | 4,250 |
| 2003 | 1,112 | 78.6% | 722 | 1,778 | 3,802 |
| 2002 | 235 | 82.6% | 410 | 1,669 | 4,717 |
| 2001 | 191 | 83.8% | 128 | 775 | 2,510 |
How Long Does a Yamaha WR250F Last?
Based on 974 Yamaha WR250F vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha WR250F Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha WR250F MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Yamaha WR250F
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
88.3% MOT pass rate from 111 tests
78.6% MOT pass rate from 1,112 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha WR250F is 2011, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.3% across 111 tests. The 2003 model year has the lowest pass rate at 78.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Yamaha WR250F Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha WR250F THIS CAR | 82.2% | 7,695 | 3,111 mi | 25 yrs |
| Yamaha Yzf R1 | 86.5% | 175,313 | 16,232 mi | 28 yrs |
| Yamaha FZS600 | 85% | 157,659 | 22,466 mi | 28 yrs |
| Yamaha XJR1300 | 88.8% | 107,128 | 16,836 mi | 27 yrs |
| Volvo XC60 R-design T6 Rcharg AWD A | 92% | 3,171 | 38,567 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha WR250F trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Yamaha WR250FShould you buy a used Yamaha WR250F?
The Yamaha WR250F has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.2% across 7,695 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Yamaha WR250F are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (146 recorded failures), reflector on motorcycle missing (125), and tyre is unsuitable (114). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Yamaha WR250F owner drives around 308 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Yamaha WR250F models stay on UK roads for around 25 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.