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BJ03 LNG

2003 Yamaha YP250

Gold Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2025
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

14,635 mi
Last recorded14,635 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 Yamaha YP25011,043 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ03 LNG
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2024 14,635 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 12 Nov 2019 14,633 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Worn below minimum thickness of 3.5mm (measures 3.17mm) (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Central Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2017 14,284 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2016 13,086 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion Both fork stantions showing misting of fork oil (2.3.3)

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Fluctuation in rear brake system due to warped disc (3.3.A1d)

Fail 14 Dec 2016 13,086 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion Both fork stantions showing misting of fork oil (2.3.3)

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Fluctuation in rear brake system due to warped disc (3.3.A1d)

Pass 29 May 2013 13,037 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 May 2012 11,488 miles
Fail 26 May 2007 11,488 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

How Reliable is the Yamaha YP250?

Based on 14,581 MOT tests across 1,476 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
844
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
1,476
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 291
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 178
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 160
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 116
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 84
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BJ03 LNG is a 2003 Yamaha YP250 in Gold with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha YP250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 11,043 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 YP250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 291 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJ03 LNG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YP250 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha YP250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ03 LNG registered?

BJ03 LNG is a 2003 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 26 June 2003.

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