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DWS 196W

1980 Yamaha SR250

Black Petrol 240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

16,773 mi
Last recorded16,773 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2011
Typical for 1980 Yamaha SR25017,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDWS 196W
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine240cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2011 16,773 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 14,612 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2008 14,356 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 11 Jun 2007 14,130 miles

Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2007 14,130 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2006 13,747 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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DWS 196W is a 1980 Yamaha SR250 in Black with a 240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha SR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 17,579 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 DWS 196W, 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 46 years old, this Yamaha SR250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DWS 196W registered?

DWS 196W is a 1980 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 16 October 1980.

Is DWS 196W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DWS 196W shows 6 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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