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LJ57 YLZ

2008 Yamaha YP250R X-max

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

26,040 mi
Last recorded26,040 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha YP250R X-max11,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ57 YLZ
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250R X-max
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 26,040 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 26,033 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 26,019 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 25,725 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 24,406 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 24,017 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 20,886 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 16 Feb 2013 20,879 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 16,267 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Feb 2011 12,095 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Yamaha YP250R X-max?

Based on 8,224 MOT tests across 839 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
1,228
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
839
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 185
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 113
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 64
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 56
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 54
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LJ57 YLZ is a 2008 Yamaha YP250R X-max in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha YP250R X-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 11,343 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha YP250R X-max fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 185 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ57 YLZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YP250R X-max typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha YP250R X-max is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ57 YLZ registered?

LJ57 YLZ is a 2008 Yamaha YP250R X-max, first registered on 7 February 2008.

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