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N885 LWU

1996 Yamaha YP250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

33,211 mi
Last recorded33,211 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2023
Typical for 1996 Yamaha YP25025,764 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN885 LWU
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2023 33,211 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 33,204 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 33,196 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 33,189 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 33,168 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 33,156 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 33,047 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 32,703 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 32,335 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 32,200 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 29,573 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 29,031 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2011 26,838 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 Jan 2011 26,838 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 22,025 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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N885 LWU is a 1996 Yamaha YP250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha YP250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 25,764 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 N885 LWU, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha YP250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N885 LWU registered?

N885 LWU is a 1996 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 11 June 1996.

Is N885 LWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N885 LWU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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