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HF08 RDY

2008 Yamaha YP250

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

10,204 mi
Last recorded10,204 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha YP25010,689 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF08 RDY
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 10,204 miles
Fail 20 May 2025 10,204 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 May 2023 10,012 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 8,903 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 7,868 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 5,981 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2020 5,971 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 2,352 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2019 2,352 miles

Central Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 2,300 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 2,279 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 2,229 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 2,156 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 2,086 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 1,886 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 1,809 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 1,629 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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HF08 RDY is a 2008 Yamaha YP250 in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha YP250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 10,689 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 HF08 RDY, 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 18 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 HF08 RDY registered?

HF08 RDY is a 2008 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is HF08 RDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF08 RDY shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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