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P156 HYB

1996 Yamaha YP250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2009
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

34,221 mi
Last recorded34,221 miles
Recorded on13 May 2008
Typical for 1996 Yamaha YP25025,764 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP156 HYB
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2008 34,221 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2008 34,221 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2007 31,876 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2007 31,876 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2006 28,617 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2005 24,876 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2005 24,876 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2005 24,876 miles

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(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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P156 HYB is a 1996 Yamaha YP250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 P156 HYB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P156 HYB registered?

P156 HYB is a 1996 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P156 HYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P156 HYB shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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