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R765 VAM

1998 Yamaha YP250

Green Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

54,086 mi
Last recorded54,086 miles
Recorded on4 May 2022
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YP25018,187 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR765 VAM
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2022 54,086 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 53,693 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 53,502 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 53,260 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 53,030 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 52,599 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 52,071 miles

light surface rust on lower frame and rear frame

Pass 29 Apr 2014 51,554 miles

Centre Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

light surface rust on lower frame

Pass 4 Apr 2013 50,766 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 49,506 miles

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

Fail 20 Apr 2012 49,506 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 48,074 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 46,953 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 43,679 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 42,388 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2007 40,407 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 37,815 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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R765 VAM is a 1998 Yamaha YP250 in Green with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 R765 VAM, 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 R765 VAM registered?

R765 VAM is a 1998 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R765 VAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R765 VAM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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