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R753 GWT

1997 Yamaha YP250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,302 mi
Last recorded31,302 miles
Recorded on22 May 2015
Typical for 1997 Yamaha YP25019,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR753 GWT
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2015 31,302 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 28,339 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust system corroded

Fail 22 Mar 2013 28,174 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2013 28,174 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2012 24,632 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 21,218 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 20,931 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 20,616 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 20,069 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 22 May 2008 20,069 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 21 May 2007 19,602 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 19,344 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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R753 GWT is a 1997 Yamaha YP250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R753 GWT, 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 R753 GWT registered?

R753 GWT is a 1997 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 18 November 1997.

Is R753 GWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R753 GWT shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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