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W605 JBJ

2000 Yamaha YP250

Silver Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

31,588 mi
Last recorded31,588 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha YP25017,953 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW605 JBJ
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 31,588 miles

both forks stanchions in poor condition

Pass 10 Jun 2025 31,189 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))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 30,967 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 30,553 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 30,470 miles

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2019 29,867 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2018 28,240 miles
Fail 21 May 2018 28,240 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake hose leaking leaking at caliper (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 May 2017 27,538 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 8,754 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 7,806 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 7,046 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 6,234 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 5,222 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2010 4,234 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 4,137 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 4,137 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2008 3,924 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 3,627 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 3,363 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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W605 JBJ is a 2000 Yamaha YP250 in Silver with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha YP250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 17,953 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 W605 JBJ, 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 26 years old, this Yamaha YP250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W605 JBJ registered?

W605 JBJ is a 2000 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 27 June 2000.

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