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BW08 YAD

2008 Yamaha YZ250

Blue Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2024
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

46 mi
Last recorded46 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW08 YAD
MakeYamaha
ModelYZ250
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2023 46 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022

Chain guard missing front sprocket ()

DAYTIME MOT ONLY (no lights fitted at time of test)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 12 Mar 2021

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned rear wheel over to right (2.4 (a))

no lights fitted

Fail 12 Mar 2021

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned rear wheel over to right (2.4 (a))

no lights fitted

Pass 12 Jul 2019

Chain guard missing ()

Day time use only

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 6 Jul 2019

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure rear sub frame bolt loose (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose 5 spokes loose (5.2.2 (d))

Chain guard missing ()

Day time use only

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha YZ250?

Based on 457 MOT tests across 127 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
22
Year Lifespan
127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre is unsuitable 16
reflector on motorcycle missing 7
wheel bearings have excessive free play 6
Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim 5
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 4
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BW08 YAD is a 2008 Yamaha YZ250 in Blue with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Yamaha YZ250 fails its MOT is tyre is unsuitable, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BW08 YAD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YZ250 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha YZ250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BW08 YAD is a 2008 Yamaha YZ250, first registered on 31 December 2008.

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