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MD53 VXL

2004 Yamaha YZ250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2004 Yamaha YZ250733 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD53 VXL
MakeYamaha
ModelYZ250
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2024

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2021

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2018

Rear drive chain dry

Pass 14 Sep 2017
Pass 11 Aug 2016
Pass 27 Jul 2015
Pass 24 Dec 2013
Pass 20 Jun 2012
Pass 24 Jun 2011
Pass 30 Jun 2009 1,481 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2009 1,481 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jun 2008 1,086 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YZ250?

Based on 457 MOT tests across 127 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
22
Year Lifespan
127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre is unsuitable 16
reflector on motorcycle missing 7
wheel bearings have excessive free play 6
Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim 5
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 4
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MD53 VXL is a 2004 Yamaha YZ250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha YZ250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 733 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha YZ250 fails its MOT is tyre is unsuitable, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MD53 VXL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YZ250 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Yamaha YZ250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MD53 VXL registered?

MD53 VXL is a 2004 Yamaha YZ250, first registered on 1 November 2004.

Is MD53 VXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MD53 VXL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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