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M379 MPJ

1995 Yamaha SR250

Black Petrol 240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

42,149 mi
Last recorded42,149 miles
Recorded on24 May 2010
Typical for 1995 Yamaha SR25027,097 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM379 MPJ
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine240cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2010 42,149 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 7 Feb 2009 40,090 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2009 40,073 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Feb 2008 39,367 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2005 35,251 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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M379 MPJ is a 1995 Yamaha SR250 in Black with a 240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 M379 MPJ, 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 M379 MPJ registered?

M379 MPJ is a 1995 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 16 June 1995.

Is M379 MPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M379 MPJ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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