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P157 ETT

1997 Yamaha YP250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

33,694 mi
Last recorded33,694 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2020
Typical for 1997 Yamaha YP25019,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP157 ETT
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2020 33,694 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 33,664 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2014 33,618 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 33,547 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 33,528 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 33,528 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 32,868 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2011 32,868 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 1 Dec 2009 32,613 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 31,878 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 7 Nov 2007 30,951 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 30,030 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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P157 ETT is a 1997 Yamaha YP250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha YP250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 19,780 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 P157 ETT, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha YP250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P157 ETT registered?

P157 ETT is a 1997 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 6 June 1997.

Is P157 ETT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P157 ETT shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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