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ECR 236W

1981 Yamaha SR250

Red Petrol 239cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

38,142 mi
Last recorded38,142 miles
Recorded on4 May 2023
Typical for 1981 Yamaha SR25023,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationECR 236W
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine239cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2023 38,142 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 37,524 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 37,118 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 May 2020 36,830 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 36,400 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 36,400 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 May 2018 36,007 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 35,624 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 10 May 2016 35,079 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 34,386 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 33,859 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 33,463 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 May 2013 33,463 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 33,144 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 32,504 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 32,213 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 31,775 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 31,240 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 30,828 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 30,141 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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ECR 236W is a 1981 Yamaha SR250 in Red with a 239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 ECR 236W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ECR 236W registered?

ECR 236W is a 1981 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 24 March 1981.

Is ECR 236W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ECR 236W shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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