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R242 OUS

1998 Yamaha WR250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR242 OUS
MakeYamaha
ModelWR250
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2018

day time use only no lights at time of test.

Pass 8 Jul 2016
Pass 27 Apr 2015

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the Yamaha WR250?

Based on 1,116 MOT tests across 140 vehicles.

82.5%
Pass Rate
326
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
140
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
reflector on motorcycle missing 23
Tyre is unsuitable 16
wheel bearings have excessive free play 10
Horn not working 8
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R242 OUS is a 1998 Yamaha WR250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Yamaha WR250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R242 OUS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha WR250 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha WR250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R242 OUS registered?

R242 OUS is a 1998 Yamaha WR250, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R242 OUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R242 OUS shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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