MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
28,315 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)
Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
rear tyre tread worn uneven
very slight wear front wheel bearing
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
rear tyre wearing slightly uneven
How Reliable is the Yamaha YP250?
Based on 14,581 MOT tests across 1,476 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R229 FGP is a 1998 Yamaha YP250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 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 R229 FGP, 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 R229 FGP registered?
R229 FGP is a 1998 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 16 May 1998.
Is R229 FGP safe to buy?
The MOT history for R229 FGP shows 3 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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