MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
10,015 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Exhaust noisey
Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust noisey
nearside switchgear insecure
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
rear brake nearing end of useable range
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
rear brake nearing end of useable range
Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Offside Inner Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
How Reliable is the Yamaha SR250?
Based on 3,730 MOT tests across 495 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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GFB 259W is a 1997 Yamaha SR250 in Red with a 240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1997 Yamaha SR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 15,958 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 GFB 259W, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha SR250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was GFB 259W registered?
GFB 259W is a 1997 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 28 January 1997.
Is GFB 259W safe to buy?
The MOT history for GFB 259W shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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