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SF03 AEC

2003 Yamaha WR250F

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

2,599 mi
Last recorded2,599 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2022
Typical for 2003 Yamaha WR250F1,778 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF03 AEC
MakeYamaha
ModelWR250F
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Fail 29 Jul 2022 2,599 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Fork seal leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Fork seal leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Brake caliper inadequately mounted and braking performance affected brake or caliper mounting worn out. (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Dec 2020 1,355 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 1,270 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 925 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 578 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 229 miles

new clocks fitted

Pass 4 Feb 2015 3,254 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 2,963 miles
Fail 18 May 2013 2,753 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 May 2013 2,753 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 27 Mar 2012 2,753 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 2,753 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011
Fail 4 Mar 2011

Front Dipswitch does not extinquish main beam/s, leaving at least 1 dipped beam headlamp (1.2.2b(i))

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Horn missing (1.7.1)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2009

no lights fitted enduro bike

Pass 23 Apr 2008

no lights fitted to vehicle

Pass 4 Apr 2007
Pass 1 Apr 2006 2,743 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha WR250F?

Based on 7,695 MOT tests across 974 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
308
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
974
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 146
reflector on motorcycle missing 125
Tyre is unsuitable 114
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 94
wheel bearings have excessive free play 68
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SF03 AEC is a 2003 Yamaha WR250F in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha WR250F models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 1,778 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 WR250F fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 146 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SF03 AEC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha WR250F typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha WR250F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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SF03 AEC is a 2003 Yamaha WR250F, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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