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S990 JLJ

1998 Yamaha YP250

Green Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests31 (21 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate67.7%

Mileage

29,930 mi
Last recorded29,930 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YP25018,187 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS990 JLJ
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

21 pass 10 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 29,930 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2025 29,930 miles

Rear Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected (5.2.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2024 29,712 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Oct 2024 29,712 miles

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))

Pass 1 Sep 2023 28,904 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2023 28,904 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 27,948 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 26,483 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2020 25,374 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 24,332 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 22,858 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 22,858 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 20,806 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 Sep 2016 19,052 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 17,685 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2015 17,685 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2014 16,210 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 20 Sep 2013 14,753 miles

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)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 14,753 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 13,372 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 13,372 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 12,233 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 10,763 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 8,798 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 7,435 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2008 7,435 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 6,472 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 6,472 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 Sep 2006 5,135 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2005 4,090 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2005 4,088 miles

Rear Rear position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

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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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.

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