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VU03 ULP

2003 Yamaha YP250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

55,656 mi
Last recorded55,656 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha YP25011,043 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 ULP
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2025 55,656 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 55,547 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2020 55,547 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 54,711 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 51,800 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2017 49,162 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 46,662 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 44,128 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 41,689 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 39,202 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 36,306 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 36,306 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Feb 2011 32,696 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2010 29,371 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 25,070 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 21,874 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 18,133 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 14,722 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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VU03 ULP is a 2003 Yamaha YP250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha YP250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 11,043 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 VU03 ULP, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha YP250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU03 ULP registered?

VU03 ULP is a 2003 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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