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S708 VPV

1998 Yamaha YP250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

15,522 mi
Last recorded15,522 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2011
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YP25018,187 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS708 VPV
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2011 15,522 miles

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

Fail 15 Sep 2011 15,508 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 7 Sep 2010 14,693 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 12,398 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 2,835 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 1,939 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 1,602 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2005 892 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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S708 VPV is a 1998 Yamaha YP250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S708 VPV, 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 S708 VPV registered?

S708 VPV is a 1998 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S708 VPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S708 VPV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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