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LEW 851W

1981 Yamaha SR250

Black Petrol 240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,631 mi
Last recorded16,631 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2015
Typical for 1981 Yamaha SR25023,674 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLEW 851W
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine240cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 19 Oct 2015 16,631 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 16,565 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 16,400 miles

tight spot in drive chain

Pass 24 Oct 2012 16,290 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 15,992 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 15,867 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 15,722 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 15,575 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 15,510 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 15,426 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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LEW 851W is a 1981 Yamaha SR250 in Black with a 240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 LEW 851W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LEW 851W registered?

LEW 851W is a 1981 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 27 March 1981.

Is LEW 851W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LEW 851W shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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