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P531 BUT

1996 Yamaha YZ250

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2010
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP531 BUT
MakeYamaha
ModelYZ250
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 17 Mar 2009
Pass 3 Apr 2008

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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P531 BUT is a 1996 Yamaha YZ250 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Yamaha YZ250 fails its MOT is tyre is unsuitable, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P531 BUT, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha YZ250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P531 BUT registered?

P531 BUT is a 1996 Yamaha YZ250, first registered on 12 September 1996.

Is P531 BUT safe to buy?

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