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R301 XFL

1997 Yamaha YP250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

20,962 mi
Last recorded20,962 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha YP25019,780 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR301 XFL
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2023 20,962 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2023 20,962 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 19,916 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 19,355 miles

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

Fail 3 Feb 2021 19,355 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2020 18,681 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

front tyre perished

Pass 17 Jan 2019 18,344 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 17,472 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2017 17,447 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 10 Aug 2016 13,647 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 11,954 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 8 Sep 2015 11,954 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 8,113 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 7,983 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 6,775 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 6,775 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Jul 2007 6,750 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 6,623 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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R301 XFL is a 1997 Yamaha YP250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 R301 XFL, 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 R301 XFL registered?

R301 XFL is a 1997 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 18 August 1997.

Is R301 XFL safe to buy?

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