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M971 MPE

1995 Yamaha SR250

Black Petrol 240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

23,347 mi
Last recorded23,347 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2015
Typical for 1995 Yamaha SR25027,097 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM971 MPE
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine240cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2015 23,347 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2014 23,251 miles

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

Slight cracking on front tyre noticed at time of test

Pass 17 Apr 2013 23,006 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2012 22,862 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2011 22,193 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 22,189 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Feb 2008 21,838 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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M971 MPE is a 1995 Yamaha SR250 in Black with a 240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 M971 MPE, 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 M971 MPE registered?

M971 MPE is a 1995 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 27 April 1995.

Is M971 MPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for M971 MPE shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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