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LJ12 VCW

2012 Yamaha YP250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

12,718 mi
Last recorded12,718 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Yamaha YP25010,747 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ12 VCW
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 12,718 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2024 11,694 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 10,323 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2022 9,266 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 7,981 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 16 Dec 2020 5,581 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2020 5,581 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 1,813 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2018 2 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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LJ12 VCW is a 2012 Yamaha YP250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2012 Yamaha YP250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 10,747 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 LJ12 VCW, 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 14 years old, this Yamaha YP250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LJ12 VCW registered?

LJ12 VCW is a 2012 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 29 June 2012.

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