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W226 YGK

2000 Yamaha YP250

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

18,378 mi
Last recorded18,378 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2025
Typical for 2000 Yamaha YP25017,953 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW226 YGK
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2025 18,378 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2025 18,378 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2023 16,394 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 15,018 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 13,256 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 13,202 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 13,089 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 13,051 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 13,046 miles

Frontn tyre slightly perished

Pass 1 Sep 2016 13,037 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 13,025 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2014 12,998 miles

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

Front brake binding slightly.

Pass 10 Aug 2013 12,992 miles

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

Front brake binding slightly

Pass 24 Apr 2012 12,928 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2011 12,855 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2010 12,779 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 12,669 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 12,514 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2007 12,236 miles

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

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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W226 YGK is a 2000 Yamaha YP250 in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 W226 YGK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W226 YGK registered?

W226 YGK is a 2000 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 19 June 2000.

Is W226 YGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for W226 YGK shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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