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PUH 559Y

1982 Yamaha SR250

Blue Petrol 240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

17,982 mi
Last recorded17,982 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2015
Typical for 1982 Yamaha SR25022,646 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPUH 559Y
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine240cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2015 17,982 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 14,316 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 14,257 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 14,067 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 13,891 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 13,578 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2009 13,578 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2007 135,381 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 13,563 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 13,560 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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PUH 559Y is a 1982 Yamaha SR250 in Blue with a 240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha SR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 22,646 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 PUH 559Y, 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 44 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 PUH 559Y registered?

PUH 559Y is a 1982 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 14 September 1982.

Is PUH 559Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for PUH 559Y shows 10 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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