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NPN 994W

1981 Yamaha SR250

Black Petrol 239cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

27,154 mi
Last recorded27,154 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1981 Yamaha SR25023,674 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPN 994W
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine239cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 27,154 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 27,037 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

rear frame has been modified and is of a good mot standard

Pass 12 Sep 2023 26,580 miles

Motorcycle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 25,677 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

various mods made to standard motorcycle

Pass 13 Aug 2021 24,960 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

various modifications have been made to standard motorcycle of this type but all to mot standards

Pass 14 Apr 2016 24,960 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 24,960 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 24,960 miles

Offside Front Handlebar handgrip missing (2.1.1c)

Rear Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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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NPN 994W is a 1981 Yamaha SR250 in Black with a 239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha SR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 23,674 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 NPN 994W, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha SR250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NPN 994W registered?

NPN 994W is a 1981 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is NPN 994W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NPN 994W shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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