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R938 BAW

1998 Yamaha YP250

Green Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,954 mi
Last recorded27,954 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YP25018,187 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR938 BAW
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2026 27,954 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 27,172 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 May 2024 25,914 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 25,683 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 25,483 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Feb 2006 25,284 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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R938 BAW is a 1998 Yamaha YP250 in Green with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha YP250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 18,187 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 R938 BAW, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha YP250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R938 BAW registered?

R938 BAW is a 1998 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 9 February 1998.

Is R938 BAW safe to buy?

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