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VX08 AEW

2008 Yamaha WR250F

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

4,762 mi
Last recorded4,762 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha WR250F4,005 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 AEW
MakeYamaha
ModelWR250F
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 4,762 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2024

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 4,722 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 4,248 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 4,165 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 4,043 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 3,949 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 3,794 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 2,918 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 2,020 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 1,790 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 1,447 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 1,101 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 1,101 miles

Centre Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Centre Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Centre Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Offside Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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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VX08 AEW is a 2008 Yamaha WR250F in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha WR250F models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 4,005 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VX08 AEW, 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 18 years old, this Yamaha WR250F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX08 AEW registered?

VX08 AEW is a 2008 Yamaha WR250F, first registered on 8 April 2008.

Is VX08 AEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX08 AEW shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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