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M386 MPJ

1995 Yamaha SR250

Black Petrol 239cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2021
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

42,430 mi
Last recorded42,430 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2020
Typical for 1995 Yamaha SR25027,097 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM386 MPJ
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine239cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2020 42,430 miles

Bottom yoke just hits tank on full lock both ways

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

No front mudguard fitted

Pass 28 Mar 2011 39,130 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 36,773 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2009 31,658 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 31,600 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Mar 2008 27,097 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 27,097 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 19,755 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 11,440 miles

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

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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M386 MPJ is a 1995 Yamaha SR250 in Black with a 239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 M386 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 M386 MPJ registered?

M386 MPJ is a 1995 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 11 July 1995.

Is M386 MPJ safe to buy?

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