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R465 BUK

1998 Yamaha YP250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,425 mi
Last recorded52,425 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2011
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YP25018,187 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR465 BUK
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2011 52,425 miles

center stand cracked

Pass 24 Aug 2010 52,257 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 51,129 miles

number plate light not working

Pass 13 Oct 2007 31,224 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 29,239 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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R465 BUK is a 1998 Yamaha YP250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 R465 BUK, 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 R465 BUK registered?

R465 BUK is a 1998 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 10 April 1998.

Is R465 BUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R465 BUK shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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