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AAB 952W

1981 Yamaha SR250

Black Petrol 239cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

34,188 mi
Last recorded34,188 miles
Recorded on12 May 2010
Typical for 1981 Yamaha SR25023,674 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAB 952W
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine239cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 12 May 2010 34,188 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Seems the bike isn't charging which is affecting the lights. Won't start on the button.

Fail 29 Apr 2010 34,188 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

THIS VEHICLE IS IN A DANGEROUS CONDITION AND UNSAFE TO USE!!!!!!

Pass 14 Jan 2008 29,830 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 Dec 2005 29,811 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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AAB 952W is a 1981 Yamaha SR250 in Black with a 239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha SR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 23,674 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 SR250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AAB 952W, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha SR250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AAB 952W registered?

AAB 952W is a 1981 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 22 January 1981.

Is AAB 952W safe to buy?

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