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WX55 GWP

2005 Yamaha Tt 250 R

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

20,072 mi
Last recorded20,072 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Yamaha Tt 250 R6,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX55 GWP
MakeYamaha
ModelTt 250 R
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 20,072 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2025 18,802 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement small play in linkages (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2024 17,329 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2023 15,134 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 12,506 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 11,319 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 10,383 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear discs slightly worn. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in rear linkage. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jan 2020 10,383 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrect size. too small. (0.1 (d))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear discs slightly worn. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in rear linkage. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 9,765 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 9,034 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members fork bushes have slight free play (2.3.4)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play rear shock linkages have slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

brake test results low due to block tread pattern on tyres

strong smell of fuel but no signs of fuel leak

Pass 27 Jan 2017 8,044 miles

brake test has low results due to block tread tyres

Pass 6 Nov 2015 6,783 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play slight freeplay in rear shock linkages (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 6 Nov 2015 6,779 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly sticks on left hand lock (6.2.1f)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play slight freeplay in rear shock linkages (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

number plate bulb does not work

Pass 19 Nov 2014 5,782 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 4,137 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 3,968 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 3,968 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 3,399 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 2,798 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 2,464 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 2,293 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Tt 250 R?

Based on 2,980 MOT tests across 273 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
371
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
273
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre is unsuitable 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 16
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 13
wheel bearings have excessive free play 12
Headlamp aim too low 10
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WX55 GWP is a 2005 Yamaha Tt 250 R in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha Tt 250 R models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 6,190 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 Tt 250 R fails its MOT is tyre is unsuitable, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WX55 GWP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Tt 250 R typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Yamaha Tt 250 R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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WX55 GWP is a 2005 Yamaha Tt 250 R, first registered on 11 November 2005.

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