Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2004 Yamaha Tt250r?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2004 Yamaha Tt250r?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2004 Yamaha Tt250r?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2004 Yamaha Tt250r reliable?

Based on MOT data from 110 vehicles, the 2004 Yamaha Tt250r has a first-time MOT pass rate of 87.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2004 Yamaha Tt250r?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2004 Yamaha Tt250r are: Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (30.8% of vehicles), Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (21.4% of vehicles), Rear suspension bush has slight free play (19.8% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2004 Yamaha Tt250r?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Yamaha Tt250r (2004)

110 real MOT outcomes analysed • 87.9% first-time pass rate

2004 Yamaha Tt250r

CarHunch analysed 110 real MOT records for the 2004 Yamaha Tt250r. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2004 Yamaha TT250R passes its MOT on the first attempt 87.9% of the time, which is well above the UK average of 80%, suggesting these are generally well-maintained or robust machines. The 10% dangerous defect rate is modest and not a major red flag for buyers.

These bikes are typically low-mileage machines, averaging just 6,644 miles, which reflects their dual-sport or weekend-warrior profile rather than commuter use. With 1.55 failures and 4.8 advisories per vehicle on average, expect minor maintenance issues—mostly wear items—rather than structural problems, so budget for routine servicing but don't expect expensive surprises.

We have limited data for the 2004 Yamaha Tt250r — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ About 1 in 12 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

87.9%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

10%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.55

Over 11.4 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

Middle half: 3k–8k

For context

These stats describe 110 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 110 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 30.8%

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Lighting 21.4%

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing · Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam · Rear reflector missing · …

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Suspension & steering 19.8%

Rear suspension bush has slight free play · Rear suspension bearing has slight free play · Rear Wheel bearing has slight play · …

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Exhaust & emissions 19.2%

Exhaust noisy

Other issues 17%

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive · Chain guard missing

Tyre wear 11%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2004.

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Before you buy a 2004 Yamaha Tt250r

Based on MOT data from 110 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 10% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Mileage Distribution

Most 2004 Yamaha Tt250r vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

5,521

typical

2,928

low mileage

7,838

high mileage

Half of all 2004 Yamaha Tt250r vehicles fall between 2,928 and 7,838 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 2,928 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 2,928–7,838 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2004 Yamaha Tt250rs sit.

⚠ Over 10,581 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2004 Yamaha Tt250r — Still on the Road

Most 2004 Yamaha Tt250rs are still being driven.

45 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 78% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

11.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.55

Avg failures per vehicle

4.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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