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P41 OLE

1997 Yamaha YP250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

32,961 mi
Last recorded32,961 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2017
Typical for 1997 Yamaha YP25019,780 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP41 OLE
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2017 32,961 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

oil light on constantly

pass switch inop

Fail 20 Jun 2017 32,960 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

oil light on constantly

pass switch inop

Pass 16 Jun 2016 28,510 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 24,787 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 22,770 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 22,718 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 21,187 miles

Front Fork yoke slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2010 20,936 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

horn switch sticky but still operative

Fail 3 Jul 2010 20,936 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

horn switch sticky but still operative

Pass 26 Jun 2009 16,400 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 16,288 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2008 12,870 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 12,773 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2006 12,773 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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P41 OLE is a 1997 Yamaha YP250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P41 OLE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P41 OLE registered?

P41 OLE is a 1997 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 2 April 1997.

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