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L370 DBC

1994 Yamaha SR250

Black Petrol 240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

32,101 mi
Last recorded32,101 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2023
Typical for 1994 Yamaha SR25030,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL370 DBC
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine240cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2023 32,101 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2023 32,089 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2022 29,790 miles

Rear swing arm has been repaired

Fail 10 May 2022 29,790 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear swing arm has been repaired

Pass 4 Sep 2020 29,788 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 29,527 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 29,517 miles

Drive chain worn, advise attention

Pass 2 Jun 2016 29,423 miles

Front Left hand fork seal slightly weeping

Main centre stand damaged

Pass 26 Jun 2015 29,115 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2015 29,086 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 27,830 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

fuel cap seal has slightly perished

Fail 20 Jul 2013 27,821 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Wheel spoke cracked. (4.2.1b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

fuel cap seal has slightly perished

Pass 5 Apr 2012 27,654 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 26,052 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 24,369 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 22,579 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 May 2008 20,554 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 19,621 miles

Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 May 2006 18,398 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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L370 DBC is a 1994 Yamaha SR250 in Black with a 240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1994 Yamaha SR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 30,422 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 L370 DBC, 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 32 years old, this Yamaha SR250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L370 DBC registered?

L370 DBC is a 1994 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 1 June 1994.

Is L370 DBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L370 DBC 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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