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M389 MPJ

1995 Yamaha SR250

Black Petrol 240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

34,821 mi
Last recorded34,821 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2023
Typical for 1995 Yamaha SR25027,097 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM389 MPJ
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine240cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2023 34,821 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2023 34,820 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Dec 2021 34,805 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 34,777 miles

very slight perishing in centre of front tyre

Pass 10 Apr 2018 34,745 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 34,483 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 34,433 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 34,433 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 May 2014 34,199 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 34,050 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 33,550 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 33,464 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2010 33,460 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 32,320 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 30,795 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2007 28,690 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 27,668 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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M389 MPJ is a 1995 Yamaha SR250 in Black with a 240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 M389 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 M389 MPJ registered?

M389 MPJ is a 1995 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 11 July 1995.

Is M389 MPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M389 MPJ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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