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R720 SFJ

1998 Yamaha YP250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

10,330 mi
Last recorded10,330 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2024
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YP25018,187 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR720 SFJ
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2024 10,330 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 25 May 2018 10,149 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 9,674 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2015 9,326 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 6 Jul 2015

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 8,025 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2013 7,720 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 7,352 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 7,207 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 6,868 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 6,468 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 6,069 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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R720 SFJ is a 1998 Yamaha YP250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R720 SFJ, 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 R720 SFJ registered?

R720 SFJ is a 1998 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 13 March 1998.

Is R720 SFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R720 SFJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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