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R919 JMR

1997 Yamaha YP250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

35,287 mi
Last recorded35,287 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2013
Typical for 1997 Yamaha YP25019,780 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR919 JMR
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2013 35,287 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 31,082 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 25,564 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 20,323 miles

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

Fail 25 Jun 2010 20,323 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 May 2009 16,809 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2008 13,863 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 13,857 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 15 Jun 2007 13,761 miles

Front Motorcycle structure excessively damaged (6.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2006 12,773 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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R919 JMR is a 1997 Yamaha YP250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 R919 JMR, 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 R919 JMR registered?

R919 JMR is a 1997 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 14 October 1997.

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