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R744 MKN

1998 Yamaha YP250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

29,265 mi
Last recorded29,265 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2018
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YP25018,187 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR744 MKN
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2018 29,265 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Dec 2017 28,114 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 27,968 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 27,968 miles

Centre Front Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing split pin missing out of front wheel spindle nut side, fit new one (2.3.5a)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 27,834 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 26,735 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 25,848 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 25,462 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 24,920 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 24,042 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 23,478 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2006 23,478 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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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R744 MKN is a 1998 Yamaha YP250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R744 MKN, 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 R744 MKN registered?

R744 MKN is a 1998 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 6 April 1998.

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