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R295 YRV

1998 Yamaha YP250

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

45,504 mi
Last recorded45,504 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2022
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YP25018,187 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR295 YRV
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2022 45,504 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 41,848 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 40,298 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 39,766 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 37,746 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 34,665 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 32,245 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2012 26,961 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 9 Jul 2011 21,368 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 19,316 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 18,658 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 17,056 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 16 Jun 2007 13,432 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 16 Jun 2007 13,432 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 10,398 miles

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

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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R295 YRV is a 1998 Yamaha YP250 in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 R295 YRV, 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 R295 YRV registered?

R295 YRV is a 1998 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 2 June 1998.

Is R295 YRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R295 YRV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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