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HMR 899W

1981 Yamaha SR250

Red Petrol 240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

39,466 mi
Last recorded39,466 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2020
Typical for 1981 Yamaha SR25023,674 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHMR 899W
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine240cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2020 39,466 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 39,437 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 39,235 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 38,685 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 38,484 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 38,451 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 36,325 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 34,179 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2012 32,191 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 32,191 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 29,938 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2010 27,961 miles

Front Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Feb 2010 27,961 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 26,415 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 25,073 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2007 24,413 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 16 Feb 2007 24,413 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2006 24,363 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

n/s twist grip loose

Pass 3 Jan 2006 22,195 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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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HMR 899W is a 1981 Yamaha SR250 in Red with a 240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 HMR 899W, 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 HMR 899W registered?

HMR 899W is a 1981 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 31 March 1981.

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The MOT history for HMR 899W shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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