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R726 BCL

1997 Yamaha YP250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,596 mi
Last recorded22,596 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2010
Typical for 1997 Yamaha YP25019,780 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR726 BCL
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 1 Oct 2010 22,596 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 19,762 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 16,571 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 10,025 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 9,569 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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R726 BCL is a 1997 Yamaha YP250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R726 BCL, 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 R726 BCL registered?

R726 BCL is a 1997 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 12 December 1997.

Is R726 BCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R726 BCL shows 5 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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