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R711 BCL

1997 Yamaha YP250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

36,072 mi
Last recorded36,072 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2013
Typical for 1997 Yamaha YP25019,780 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR711 BCL
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 27 Jul 2013 36,072 miles

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.5a)

Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 36,072 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 36,679 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear Upper Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Upper Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 May 2011 35,684 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 33,177 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 May 2010 33,177 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 31,133 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 28,853 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2007 25,032 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 21,730 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 21,730 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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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R711 BCL is a 1997 Yamaha YP250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 R711 BCL, 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 R711 BCL registered?

R711 BCL is a 1997 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 27 October 1997.

Is R711 BCL safe to buy?

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