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PG08 YSJ

2008 Yamaha XT250

Green Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

5,230 mi
Last recorded5,230 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XT25015,769 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG08 YSJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXT250
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 5,230 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 3,853 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2024 3,853 miles

Front Wheel excessively distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 2,831 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 2,255 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2022 2,255 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT250?

Based on 2,832 MOT tests across 520 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
188
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
520
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
Horn not working 21
reflector on motorcycle missing 20
Direction indicator not working 18
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 16
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PG08 YSJ is a 2008 Yamaha XT250 in Green with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha XT250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 15,769 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 XT250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PG08 YSJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT250 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha XT250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PG08 YSJ?

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What year was PG08 YSJ registered?

PG08 YSJ is a 2008 Yamaha XT250, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is PG08 YSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PG08 YSJ shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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