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HV58 MWP

2008 Yamaha Wr 250 R

Blue Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

5,035 mi
Last recorded5,035 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Wr 250 R7,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV58 MWP
MakeYamaha
ModelWr 250 R
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 5,035 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

lamps masked.

Pass 17 Sep 2024 4,968 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 4,922 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Lamps masked

Pass 22 Sep 2022 4,918 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2022 4,917 miles

Rear Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

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

Pass 17 May 2021 4,916 miles

front brake lever bent

Pass 11 Sep 2019 4,808 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2017 4,753 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 4,518 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Aug 2016 4,518 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Feb 2016 4,073 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

no chain guard fitted at time of test

Pass 22 Jan 2015 3,690 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2013 4,590 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Feb 2013 4,590 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 Oct 2011 3,880 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2011 3,880 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Wr 250 R?

Based on 1,276 MOT tests across 133 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
473
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
133
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 11
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 6
Headlamp aim too high 6
Direction indicator missing 5
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 4
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HV58 MWP is a 2008 Yamaha Wr 250 R in Blue with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Wr 250 R models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 7,358 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 Wr 250 R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HV58 MWP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Wr 250 R typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Wr 250 R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HV58 MWP registered?

HV58 MWP is a 2008 Yamaha Wr 250 R, first registered on 17 October 2008.

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