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R227 LFX

1997 Yamaha YP250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

32,191 mi
Last recorded32,191 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2021
Typical for 1997 Yamaha YP25019,780 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR227 LFX
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2021 32,191 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Wrong size battery fitted !!

Fail 22 Dec 2020 32,189 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Incorrect size battery fitted

Pass 17 Jul 2015 32,139 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 29,665 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 24 Dec 2012 28,947 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 24,444 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 23,497 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 21,068 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 19,437 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 17,018 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 13,455 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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R227 LFX is a 1997 Yamaha YP250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 R227 LFX, 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 R227 LFX registered?

R227 LFX is a 1997 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R227 LFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R227 LFX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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