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T768 BUB

1999 Yamaha YP250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

13,837 mi
Last recorded13,837 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Yamaha YP25018,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT768 BUB
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 13,837 miles

rear brake lever has little reserve travel. may need adjustment or repair

Pass 20 Aug 2024 13,759 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 13,632 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 13,356 miles

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

oil leak

Pass 8 Mar 2018 13,329 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

slight binding on front brake

slight oil leak

Pass 7 Mar 2017 13,315 miles

slight oil leak

very slight binding on front brake

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 13,300 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

slight oil leak

very slight binding on front brake

Pass 6 Mar 2015 13,215 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Oil leak

slight binding on front brake

Pass 13 Mar 2014 13,128 miles

Oil leak

slight bind on front brake

Pass 22 Feb 2013 13,111 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 13,111 miles

Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

number plate light not working

Pass 31 Jan 2012 12,623 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 12,237 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 12,088 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 12,058 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 8,941 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 7,997 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2006 7,997 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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T768 BUB is a 1999 Yamaha YP250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha YP250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 18,556 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 T768 BUB, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha YP250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T768 BUB registered?

T768 BUB is a 1999 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 1 March 1999.

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