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S220 LHG

1998 Yamaha YP250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

29,742 mi
Last recorded29,742 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2022
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YP25018,187 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS220 LHG
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2022 29,742 miles

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

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

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

Fail 1 Aug 2022 29,742 miles

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock windshield (2.1.4 (b))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

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

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

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

Front tyre out of shape

Fail 25 Jul 2022 29,736 miles

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock windscreen (2.1.4 (b))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases boarder line (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Front Out of shape

Pass 23 Jun 2021 29,250 miles
Pass 8 May 2020 28,739 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 May 2019 28,595 miles

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2018 28,319 miles
Fail 31 May 2018 28,319 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both fork seals (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake lever pivot excessively tight (1.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 May 2016 25,936 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 24,489 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 24,458 miles

cracks in wall front tyre

Fail 7 May 2014 24,435 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

cracks in wall front tyre

Pass 16 May 2013 24,322 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 24,279 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 23,810 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 23,600 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 23,387 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 23,387 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 May 2006 22,518 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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S220 LHG is a 1998 Yamaha YP250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 S220 LHG, 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 S220 LHG registered?

S220 LHG is a 1998 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 9 October 1998.

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