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OPA 822W

1981 Yamaha SR250

Black Petrol 240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,606 mi
Last recorded17,606 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2020
Typical for 1981 Yamaha SR25023,674 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPA 822W
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine240cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2020 17,606 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 18 Aug 2018 17,599 miles

Drive chain tight

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 17,531 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 17,400 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 4 Aug 2016 17,400 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 17,338 miles

Number plate cracked but still readable

Pass 12 Aug 2014 17,230 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear number plate cracked but readable

Pass 12 Aug 2013 17,164 miles

Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 17,000 miles

Battery needs charging

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 16,882 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 16,686 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 16,686 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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OPA 822W is a 1981 Yamaha SR250 in Black with a 240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 822W, 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 822W registered?

OPA 822W is a 1981 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is OPA 822W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPA 822W shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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