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P756 DEC

1997 Yamaha YP250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2011
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

46,876 mi
Last recorded46,876 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2010
Typical for 1997 Yamaha YP25019,780 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP756 DEC
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2010 46,876 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2010 46,873 miles

Rear Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear suspension component seized (2.4A2a(ii))

Left Hand Handle Bar Switch Loose,

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Passing Light Switch Inoperative,

Fail 18 Jun 2009 46,817 miles

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

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

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

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 23 Jun 2008 45,307 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2008 45,307 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 45,305 miles

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

Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2006 34,035 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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P756 DEC is a 1997 Yamaha YP250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 P756 DEC, 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 P756 DEC registered?

P756 DEC is a 1997 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 20 May 1997.

Is P756 DEC safe to buy?

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