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WU52 XSX

2003 Yamaha YP250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

18,629 mi
Last recorded18,629 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 Yamaha YP25011,043 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU52 XSX
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2024 18,629 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 15 Aug 2024 18,629 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 May 2023 15,196 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 14,914 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 14,578 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 13,727 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2019 13,722 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Road spring corroded both shocks (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 12,424 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2016
Pass 13 Jun 2014 10,219 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Fail 11 Jun 2014 10,215 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 9,858 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2011 7,972 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2011 7,972 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 7,304 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 6,415 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 5,555 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 4,455 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 3,666 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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WU52 XSX is a 2003 Yamaha YP250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 WU52 XSX, 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 WU52 XSX registered?

WU52 XSX is a 2003 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 25 February 2003.

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The MOT history for WU52 XSX shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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