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GX51 YUC

2001 Yamaha YP250

Gold Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

20,637 mi
Last recorded20,637 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2023
Typical for 2001 Yamaha YP25015,641 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 YUC
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2023 20,637 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 19,481 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 18,319 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2014 17,587 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 5 Jun 2014 17,585 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 21 May 2013 16,897 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 21 May 2013 16,897 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 May 2012 16,402 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 14,701 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 28 May 2009 13,534 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 28 May 2009 13,534 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 22 Apr 2009 13,426 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 12,528 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 28 Feb 2007 11,492 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 28 Feb 2006 10,229 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 19 Jan 2006 10,222 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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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GX51 YUC is a 2001 Yamaha YP250 in Gold with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha YP250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 15,641 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 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 GX51 YUC, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha YP250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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GX51 YUC is a 2001 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 3 December 2001.

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