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PL03 GZN

2003 Yamaha YP250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

28,459 mi
Last recorded28,459 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha YP25011,043 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 GZN
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 28,459 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 26,524 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 22,457 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2021 22,385 miles

Rear tyre soft

back brake slight bind

Pass 17 Jun 2019 22,302 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 21,588 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 20,479 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 19,446 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 31 Aug 2011 19,446 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Jul 2010 17,997 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 15,751 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2008 13,837 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 12,036 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 12,028 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2006 10,192 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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PL03 GZN is a 2003 Yamaha YP250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha YP250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 11,043 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 PL03 GZN, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha YP250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PL03 GZN registered?

PL03 GZN is a 2003 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 15 August 2003.

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