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WG08 ODM

2008 Yamaha Wr 250 R

White Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

11,279 mi
Last recorded11,279 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Wr 250 R7,358 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG08 ODM
MakeYamaha
ModelWr 250 R
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2025 11,279 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 10,813 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 10,546 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 9,488 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 8,643 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 5,364 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 4,677 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2019 4,652 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 23 Dec 2017 3,519 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2016 6,755 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 3,203 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 15 Dec 2015 3,203 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2014 2,876 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 2,702 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2012 1,385 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 1,301 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Wr 250 R?

Based on 1,276 MOT tests across 133 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
473
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
133
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 11
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 6
Headlamp aim too high 6
Direction indicator missing 5
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 4
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WG08 ODM is a 2008 Yamaha Wr 250 R in White with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Wr 250 R models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 7,358 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Wr 250 R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WG08 ODM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Wr 250 R typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Wr 250 R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WG08 ODM registered?

WG08 ODM is a 2008 Yamaha Wr 250 R, first registered on 29 May 2008.

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The MOT history for WG08 ODM shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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