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R570 LFV

1997 Yamaha YP250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

44,405 mi
Last recorded44,405 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha YP25019,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR570 LFV
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2025 44,405 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 43,251 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2023 43,160 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 38,648 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 37,255 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 37,198 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 36,460 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 35,208 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2016 34,285 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 33,625 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 33,061 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 32,379 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 30,470 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 29,077 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2011 29,077 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 25,692 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 19,870 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2009 19,870 miles

Rear Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2008 12,510 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2008 12,510 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jan 2007 9,161 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 6,861 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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R570 LFV is a 1997 Yamaha YP250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 R570 LFV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R570 LFV registered?

R570 LFV is a 1997 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R570 LFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R570 LFV shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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