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M179 HVK

1995 Yamaha SR250

Black Petrol 240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

3,993 mi
Last recorded3,993 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2022
Typical for 1995 Yamaha SR25027,097 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM179 HVK
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine240cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2022 3,993 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 3,916 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 2,636 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 987 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 8 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 15 Mar 2013 33,937 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 32,973 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 32,881 miles

Rear Wheel spoke missing (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 11 Oct 2008 28,391 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

main stand hanging loose but not effect use of bike

Pass 19 Oct 2007 24,781 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 20,154 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2005 18,561 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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M179 HVK is a 1995 Yamaha SR250 in Black with a 240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1995 Yamaha SR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 27,097 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 M179 HVK, 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 31 years old, this Yamaha SR250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M179 HVK registered?

M179 HVK is a 1995 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 13 April 1995.

Is M179 HVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for M179 HVK shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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