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R826 DVR

1998 Yamaha YP250

Green Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

23,945 mi
Last recorded23,945 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YP25018,187 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR826 DVR
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 23,945 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 23,913 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 23,648 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 23,430 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 30 Sep 2020 23,415 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

cylinder head cracked at exhaust flang

Pass 24 May 2019 22,528 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 21,418 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 20,755 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 20,034 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 19,462 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2014 19,339 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2013 19,298 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2012 18,962 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2011 18,922 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2010 18,687 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 May 2009 16,679 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (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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R826 DVR is a 1998 Yamaha YP250 in Green with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 R826 DVR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R826 DVR registered?

R826 DVR is a 1998 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 5 July 1998.

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