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M998 MPE

1995 Yamaha SR250

Black Petrol 239cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

50,897 mi
Last recorded50,897 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2015
Typical for 1995 Yamaha SR25027,097 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM998 MPE
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine239cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 4 Jun 2015 50,897 miles

Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 50,897 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 49,236 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 49,076 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 43,541 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 36,665 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 33,981 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2010 32,491 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 31,653 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 27,896 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 26,171 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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M998 MPE is a 1995 Yamaha SR250 in Black with a 239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 M998 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 M998 MPE registered?

M998 MPE is a 1995 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 2 June 1995.

Is M998 MPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for M998 MPE shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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