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GAX 768W

1981 Yamaha SR250

Maroon Petrol 240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

10,027 mi
Last recorded10,027 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2007
Typical for 1981 Yamaha SR25023,674 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAX 768W
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1981
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine240cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2007 10,027 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 9,931 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 9,931 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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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GAX 768W is a 1981 Yamaha SR250 in Maroon with a 240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GAX 768W, 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 GAX 768W registered?

GAX 768W is a 1981 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 28 January 1981.

Is GAX 768W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAX 768W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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