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FJ56 PYL

2006 Yamaha YP250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

19,897 mi
Last recorded19,897 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Yamaha YP25011,187 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ56 PYL
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 19,897 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 19,861 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 19,733 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 19,421 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2023 19,417 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 18,899 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 18,355 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 18,333 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2018 18,302 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2017 18,131 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 17,998 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 17,720 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 17,443 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 16,644 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 16,144 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 16,144 miles

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

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Pass 5 Sep 2011 14,781 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 14,761 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2010 11,809 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 9,389 miles

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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FJ56 PYL is a 2006 Yamaha YP250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2006 Yamaha YP250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 11,187 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 FJ56 PYL, 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 20 years old, this Yamaha YP250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FJ56 PYL registered?

FJ56 PYL is a 2006 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is FJ56 PYL safe to buy?

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