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WK51 FBY

2001 Yamaha YP250

Gold Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

27,435 mi
Last recorded27,435 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Yamaha YP25015,641 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK51 FBY
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2015 27,435 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2015 27,435 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2013 27,433 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front tyre perished

oil light on

speedo not working

Pass 12 Dec 2012 26,335 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2011 25,165 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 9 Dec 2011 25,165 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 24,037 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

rear tyre is starting to perrish

Pass 3 Dec 2009 22,864 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 21,770 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2008 21,763 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2008 19,324 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2008 19,324 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 21 Dec 2006 15,933 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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WK51 FBY is a 2001 Yamaha YP250 in Gold with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha YP250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 15,641 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 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 WK51 FBY, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha YP250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WK51 FBY registered?

WK51 FBY is a 2001 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 12 November 2001.

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