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P587 YFX

1997 Yamaha SR250

Black Petrol 239cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

21,585 mi
Last recorded21,585 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2015
Typical for 1997 Yamaha SR25015,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP587 YFX
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine239cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2015 21,585 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 21,346 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 8 Jul 2013 21,346 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 17,098 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 16,729 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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P587 YFX is a 1997 Yamaha SR250 in Black with a 239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha SR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 15,958 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 P587 YFX, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha SR250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P587 YFX registered?

P587 YFX is a 1997 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 24 February 1997.

Is P587 YFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P587 YFX shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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