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VU05 YVH

2005 Yamaha TT250R

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

19,772 mi
Last recorded19,772 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Yamaha TT250R5,942 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU05 YVH
MakeYamaha
ModelTT250R
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 19,772 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 18,863 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 16,366 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 15,357 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 15,327 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 15,284 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 15,117 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 13,631 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 12,175 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 11,380 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 15 Jul 2016 11,376 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly throttle sticking open on right lock (6.2.1f)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 10,693 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 9,903 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 9,903 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2010 9,903 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2009 8,580 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2009 8,580 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

chain and sprockets worn.

Pass 1 Mar 2008 7,583 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha TT250R?

Based on 4,846 MOT tests across 495 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
321
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
495
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 35
Tyre is unsuitable 30
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 22
suspension bush has excessive free play 20
wheel bearings have excessive free play 20
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VU05 YVH is a 2005 Yamaha TT250R in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha TT250R models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 5,942 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha TT250R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU05 YVH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha TT250R typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 21 years old, this Yamaha TT250R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VU05 YVH registered?

VU05 YVH is a 2005 Yamaha TT250R, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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