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CJ04 RUW

2004 Yamaha YZ250

Blue Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2004 Yamaha YZ250733 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCJ04 RUW
MakeYamaha
ModelYZ250
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2020
Pass 18 Dec 2015
Pass 13 Nov 2014
Pass 18 Sep 2013
Pass 13 Aug 2012
Pass 18 Aug 2011

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 1 May 2010

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

not to be used at times of seriously reduced visibility

only to be used during daylight hours

Pass 1 May 2010

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

not to be used at times of seriously reduced visibility

only to be used during daylight hours

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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CJ04 RUW is a 2004 Yamaha YZ250 in Blue with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha YZ250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 733 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 YZ250 fails its MOT is tyre is unsuitable, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CJ04 RUW, 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 22 years old, this Yamaha YZ250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CJ04 RUW registered?

CJ04 RUW is a 2004 Yamaha YZ250, first registered on 31 December 2004.

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The MOT history for CJ04 RUW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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