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Y289 RFM

2001 Yamaha WR250F

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

354 mi
Last recorded354 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha WR250F775 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY289 RFM
MakeYamaha
ModelWR250F
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 14 Mar 2026 354 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2025 374 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2024 186 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2023 46 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2022
Pass 11 Mar 2021

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

No lights fitted at time of test. Mot is for daytime use only.

Pass 29 Oct 2019

No lights fitted at time of test. Vehicle is to be used in daytime only.

Pass 15 Aug 2015 1 miles

This MOT is for daytime use only

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 14 Oct 2013 1 miles

No lights fittd to machne. This mot is for day time use only.

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Oct 2012

day light only test

Pass 15 Oct 2011 6,144 miles

indicators and lights taped over - daytime use only test

Pass 24 Oct 2010 5,012 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 3,012 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 2,010 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 1,571 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 731 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2005 511 miles

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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Y289 RFM is a 2001 Yamaha WR250F in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha WR250F models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 775 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 Y289 RFM, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha WR250F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y289 RFM registered?

Y289 RFM is a 2001 Yamaha WR250F, first registered on 14 August 2001.

Is Y289 RFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y289 RFM shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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