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WU61 VPE

2011 Yamaha YP250R X-max

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

8,772 mi
Last recorded8,772 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Yamaha YP250R X-max12,330 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU61 VPE
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250R X-max
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 8,772 miles

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

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2025 8,058 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 26 Apr 2025 8,058 miles

Rear Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Perished and over 10 years old

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 7,248 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 20 Apr 2023 6,079 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Road spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Apr 2023 6,079 miles

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Road spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2022 3,740 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 3,711 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 3,517 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 3,354 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2014 3,354 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

How Reliable is the Yamaha YP250R X-max?

Based on 8,224 MOT tests across 839 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
1,228
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
839
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 185
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 113
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 64
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 56
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 54
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WU61 VPE is a 2011 Yamaha YP250R X-max in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2011 Yamaha YP250R X-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 12,330 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 YP250R X-max fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 185 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WU61 VPE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YP250R X-max typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 15 years old, this Yamaha YP250R X-max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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WU61 VPE is a 2011 Yamaha YP250R X-max, first registered on 3 October 2011.

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