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V296 JCA

2000 Yamaha YP250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

31,994 mi
Last recorded31,994 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha YP25017,953 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV296 JCA
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 31,994 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 May 2025 31,244 miles

Headlamp light intensity reduced product on lens (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 9 May 2024 30,285 miles
Fail 9 May 2024 30,275 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected doesn't return when released (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level on level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 29,555 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 29,470 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 May 2021 29,401 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 29,376 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 28,654 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2017 27,973 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 27,779 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 27,485 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 25,295 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 24,602 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

OIL WARNING LIGHT ON

Pass 3 Dec 2011 23,230 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

oil light on

Pass 10 Dec 2010 20,367 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

OIL WARNING LIGHT ON

Pass 27 Nov 2009 17,871 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2008 14,761 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 28 Jan 2008 11,686 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 10,547 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 9,249 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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V296 JCA is a 2000 Yamaha YP250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha YP250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 17,953 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 V296 JCA, 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 26 years old, this Yamaha YP250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V296 JCA registered?

V296 JCA is a 2000 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 4 January 2000.

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