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OPA 644W

1981 Yamaha SR250

Blue Petrol 239cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

9,198 mi
Last recorded9,198 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2016
Typical for 1981 Yamaha SR25023,674 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPA 644W
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine239cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2016 9,198 miles

Front suspension has slight corrosion forks (2.3.8)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 9,193 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 14 Oct 2015 9,193 miles

Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Oct 2014 9,170 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 23 Oct 2013 9,164 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 9,108 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 9,086 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2011 9,086 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Pass 23 Oct 2010 9,080 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 9,071 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 9,071 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 9,066 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2007 8,793 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 8,668 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

petrol cap cracking

Pass 18 Oct 2005 8,441 miles

head race bearings notchey

petrol cap sealing washer cracking

rear tyre side walls cracking

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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OPA 644W is a 1981 Yamaha SR250 in Blue with a 239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 OPA 644W, 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.

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What year was OPA 644W registered?

OPA 644W is a 1981 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is OPA 644W safe to buy?

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