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PDV 393W

1981 Yamaha SR250

Black Petrol 239cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

23,594 mi
Last recorded23,594 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2013
Typical for 1981 Yamaha SR25023,674 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPDV 393W
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine239cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2013 23,594 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 May 2010 23,467 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

petrol cap seal perished

Fail 17 May 2010 23,467 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

petrol cap seal perished

Pass 12 Jul 2008 22,614 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 21,917 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2006 20,711 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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PDV 393W is a 1981 Yamaha SR250 in Black with a 239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 PDV 393W, 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 PDV 393W registered?

PDV 393W is a 1981 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 1 May 1981.

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