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R347 GRP

1998 Yamaha YP250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

30,053 mi
Last recorded30,053 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2023
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YP25018,187 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR347 GRP
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2023 30,053 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 28 Sep 2023 30,037 miles

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

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 28,725 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 21 Jun 2022 28,707 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 28,367 miles

headlamp pattern poor/dim

Pass 22 Apr 2020 28,035 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 27,159 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 26,737 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 25,546 miles

front brake dragging slightly

Pass 27 Aug 2013 25,536 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2012 25,522 miles

Front suspension assembly component missing (2.3.1)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

headlamp poorly secured -cable ties

Pass 9 Jul 2012 25,522 miles

headlamp poorly secured -cable ties

Pass 1 Aug 2008 25,429 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 24,364 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 23,342 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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R347 GRP is a 1998 Yamaha YP250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R347 GRP, 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 R347 GRP registered?

R347 GRP is a 1998 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 27 March 1998.

Is R347 GRP safe to buy?

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