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YP12 DWU

2012 Yamaha YP250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

12,964 mi
Last recorded12,964 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Yamaha YP25010,747 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP12 DWU
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 12,964 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 12,893 miles

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))

Pass 26 Sep 2023 12,857 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 12,744 miles

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))

Pass 11 Sep 2021 12,687 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 12,609 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 12,424 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2018 8,864 miles

Nearside 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 8 Sep 2017 8,307 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 3 Apr 2015 7,641 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 3 Apr 2015 7,641 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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YP12 DWU is a 2012 Yamaha YP250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2012 Yamaha YP250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 10,747 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 YP12 DWU, 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 14 years old, this Yamaha YP250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YP12 DWU registered?

YP12 DWU is a 2012 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 13 April 2012.

Is YP12 DWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP12 DWU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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