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A342 GDX

1983 Yamaha SR250

Blue Petrol 240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

12,269 mi
Last recorded12,269 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2022
Typical for 1983 Yamaha SR25021,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA342 GDX
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine240cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2022 12,269 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 12,151 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 12,085 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 11,575 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2019 11,575 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 13,776 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 13,581 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 13,058 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 31,543 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2009 31,536 miles

Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Jan 2008 29,917 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

pillion footrests require lubrication

Pass 9 Jan 2007 29,905 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha SR250?

Based on 3,730 MOT tests across 495 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
361
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
495
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 65
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Drive chain excessively loose 35
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 34
Drive chain worn to excess 27
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A342 GDX is a 1983 Yamaha SR250 in Blue with a 240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha SR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 21,044 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha SR250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A342 GDX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha SR250 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 43 years old, this Yamaha SR250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A342 GDX registered?

A342 GDX is a 1983 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 16 November 1983.

Is A342 GDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A342 GDX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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