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HHU 215V

1997 Yamaha SR250

Black Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2023
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

18,080 mi
Last recorded18,080 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha SR25015,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHHU 215V
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2022 18,080 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 6 Jun 2022 18,080 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2009 17,978 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 17,688 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 17,688 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 17,440 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 17,440 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 17,082 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2006 17,082 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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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HHU 215V is a 1997 Yamaha SR250 in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 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 HHU 215V, 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 HHU 215V registered?

HHU 215V is a 1997 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 21 April 1997.

Is HHU 215V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HHU 215V shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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