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R121 WAV

1998 Yamaha YP250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,406 mi
Last recorded18,406 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2014
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YP25018,187 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR121 WAV
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2014 18,406 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 17,836 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Aug 2010 17,832 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2009 17,020 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 16,424 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 13,354 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 12,088 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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R121 WAV is a 1998 Yamaha YP250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha YP250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 18,187 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 R121 WAV, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha YP250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R121 WAV registered?

R121 WAV is a 1998 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 8 June 1998.

Is R121 WAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R121 WAV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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