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M381 MPJ

1995 Yamaha SR250

Black Petrol 240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

49,768 mi
Last recorded49,768 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 1995 Yamaha SR25027,097 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM381 MPJ
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine240cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 49,768 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 49,738 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 49,622 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 48,149 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 44,759 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 41,463 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 38,257 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 34,287 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 31,094 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 29,099 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2007 29,098 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2006 27,210 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 24,621 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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M381 MPJ is a 1995 Yamaha SR250 in Black with a 240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 M381 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 M381 MPJ registered?

M381 MPJ is a 1995 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 16 June 1995.

Is M381 MPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M381 MPJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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