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P457 WGC

1997 Yamaha YP250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

32,228 mi
Last recorded32,228 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2015
Typical for 1997 Yamaha YP25019,780 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP457 WGC
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Fail 15 Jul 2015 32,228 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 32,228 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 28,145 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 25,149 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 23,559 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 23,497 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 23,395 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2010 2,374 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2009 22,579 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 21,823 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 20,720 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 20,162 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2005 19,886 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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P457 WGC is a 1997 Yamaha YP250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 P457 WGC, 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 P457 WGC registered?

P457 WGC is a 1997 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 7 June 1997.

Is P457 WGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P457 WGC shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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