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29,930 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected (5.2.1 (c) (ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Nearside Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Rear Motorcycle structure adversely modified (6.1.1b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)
Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Rear position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)
How Reliable is the Yamaha YP250?
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S990 JLJ is a 1998 Yamaha YP250 in Green with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 31 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.7%.
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 S990 JLJ, 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 S990 JLJ registered?
S990 JLJ is a 1998 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 1 August 1998.
Is S990 JLJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for S990 JLJ shows 31 tests with a 67.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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