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M978 MPE

1995 Yamaha SR250

Black Petrol 240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2016
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,223 mi
Last recorded10,223 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2015
Typical for 1995 Yamaha SR25027,097 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM978 MPE
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine240cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 14 Apr 2015 10,223 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 9,867 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 9,865 miles

Front sprocket behind bolted on cover cannot inspect condition of sprocket!

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 31 May 2012 8,089 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 4,424 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 4,220 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 3,908 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 3,553 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2005 3,241 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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M978 MPE is a 1995 Yamaha SR250 in Black with a 240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M978 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 M978 MPE registered?

M978 MPE is a 1995 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 27 April 1995.

Is M978 MPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for M978 MPE shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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