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BU51 MVP

2001 Yamaha TT250R

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

9,249 mi
Last recorded9,249 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha TT250R17,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 MVP
MakeYamaha
ModelTT250R
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 9,249 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 9,155 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2023 8,931 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 8,879 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 8,827 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 8,818 miles

can not see front foik seal has cover

Fail 13 Oct 2020 8,818 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

can not see front foik seal has cover

Pass 17 Oct 2019 8,782 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 8,593 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 6,793 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 3,244 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 2 Nov 2016 3,242 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Chain guard missing ()

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2014 3,031 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 2,779 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 27 Jul 2013 2,779 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 2,177 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

handle bars slightly bent

modified rear suspension linkage fitted

Pass 19 Apr 2011 1,435 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 1,435 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 16 Feb 2011 1,431 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the Yamaha TT250R?

Based on 4,846 MOT tests across 495 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
321
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
495
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 35
Tyre is unsuitable 30
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 22
suspension bush has excessive free play 20
wheel bearings have excessive free play 20
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BU51 MVP is a 2001 Yamaha TT250R in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha TT250R models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 17,260 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 TT250R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU51 MVP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha TT250R typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 25 years old, this Yamaha TT250R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BU51 MVP is a 2001 Yamaha TT250R, first registered on 24 September 2001.

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