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P116 UGP

1997 Yamaha XV250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,941 mi
Last recorded27,941 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2010
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV25012,156 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP116 UGP
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2010 27,941 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 26,002 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 22,825 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 15,047 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 13 Jun 2006 15,047 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XV250?

Based on 5,249 MOT tests across 526 vehicles.

84.8%
Pass Rate
276
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
526
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 82
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 58
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 54
Drive chain excessively loose 33
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 25
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P116 UGP is a 1997 Yamaha XV250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XV250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 12,156 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 XV250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 82 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P116 UGP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XV250 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha XV250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P116 UGP registered?

P116 UGP is a 1997 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 4 April 1997.

Is P116 UGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P116 UGP shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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