MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
33,119 miSignificantly above average — investigate
Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
Vehicle Details
All premium checks include
50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS
Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Yamaha YP250?
Based on 14,581 MOT tests across 1,476 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
Don't risk it. Know before you buy.
Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
P889 GUK is a 1997 Yamaha YP250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 P889 GUK, 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
How do I check the history of P889 GUK?
You can check the full history of P889 GUK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was P889 GUK registered?
P889 GUK is a 1997 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 1 February 1997.
Is P889 GUK safe to buy?
The MOT history for P889 GUK shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does P889 GUK have outstanding finance?
Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P889 GUK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.
No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.