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LG08 VEY

2008 Yamaha YP250

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2008 Yamaha YP25010,689 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG08 VEY
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026
Pass 21 Feb 2025 19,008 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 11,062 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 5,579 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 2,594 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 19,875 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2020 19,875 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 19,079 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 18,686 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 18,296 miles

Front tyre perished

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Nearside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2016 17,940 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 17,940 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 17,940 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 17,608 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 16,617 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 16,397 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 15,747 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 15,179 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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LG08 VEY is a 2008 Yamaha YP250 in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LG08 VEY, 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.

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What year was LG08 VEY registered?

LG08 VEY is a 2008 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is LG08 VEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG08 VEY shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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