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R232 FCG

1998 Yamaha YP250

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

30,246 mi
Last recorded30,246 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2017
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YP25018,187 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR232 FCG
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2017 30,246 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 29,351 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 25,599 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2013 25,597 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 May 2012 21,531 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 21,531 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 4 May 2011 20,437 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 18,801 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 18 Apr 2009 16,746 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 16,443 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 16,260 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 15,617 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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R232 FCG is a 1998 Yamaha YP250 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R232 FCG, 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 R232 FCG registered?

R232 FCG is a 1998 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R232 FCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R232 FCG shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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