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R557 JDG

1997 Yamaha YP250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

19,706 mi
Last recorded19,706 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2012
Typical for 1997 Yamaha YP25019,780 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR557 JDG
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2012 19,706 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 17,377 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 17,006 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 15,374 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 15,354 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2007 15,354 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2006 15,352 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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R557 JDG is a 1997 Yamaha YP250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha YP250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 19,780 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 R557 JDG, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha YP250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R557 JDG registered?

R557 JDG is a 1997 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 8 October 1997.

Is R557 JDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R557 JDG shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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