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JC08 MDC

2014 Yamaha YP250

Grey Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

21,972 mi
Last recorded21,972 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2014 Yamaha YP25011,714 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJC08 MDC
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 21,972 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Motorcycle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Hole in frame under upper rear frame rail (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 3 Nov 2025 21,972 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Motorcycle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Hole in frame under upper rear frame rail (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 19,204 miles

Throttle slightly sticking on lock

Fail 22 Oct 2024 19,202 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly Throttle sticking (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Offside rear light not working

Pass 24 Oct 2023 15,911 miles

Handlebar misaligned but not affecting operation

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Very close to 1mm limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 24 Oct 2023 15,911 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Handlebar misaligned but not affecting operation

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Very close to 1mm limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 13,269 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2022 11,588 miles

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

Fail 8 Jan 2022 11,588 miles

Offside Front Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 Jan 2021 8,715 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 7,357 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2019 7,357 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 6,196 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 4,353 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2017 4,353 miles

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

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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JC08 MDC is a 2014 Yamaha YP250 in Grey with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2014 Yamaha YP250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 11,714 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 JC08 MDC, 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 12 years old, this Yamaha YP250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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JC08 MDC is a 2014 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 1 August 2014.

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