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R285 SRB

1998 Yamaha YP250

Green Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,526 mi
Last recorded33,526 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YP25018,187 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR285 SRB
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 4 Sep 2025 33,526 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 33,093 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 31,914 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 30,869 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2019 29,541 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 28,892 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 27,217 miles

Rear spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 19 May 2015 26,311 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2013 25,823 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 25,747 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2011 24,912 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 24,264 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 23,892 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 22,521 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 20,568 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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R285 SRB is a 1998 Yamaha YP250 in Green with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R285 SRB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R285 SRB registered?

R285 SRB is a 1998 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 27 April 1998.

Is R285 SRB safe to buy?

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