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R677 MDP

1997 Yamaha SR250

Black Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

38,474 mi
Last recorded38,474 miles
Recorded on30 May 2013
Typical for 1997 Yamaha SR25015,958 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR677 MDP
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 30 May 2013 38,474 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Clutch lever incorrectly positioned. (6.2.1g)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 30 May 2013 38,474 miles

Clutch lever incorrectly positioned. (6.2.1g)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 36,930 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 33,267 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2011 33,267 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 22 Jan 2010 32,274 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 16 Jan 2010 32,274 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

front brake cable/speedo cable insecure due to bracket broken

Fail 24 Jan 2009 31,041 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Pass 24 Jan 2009 31,041 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2005 27,364 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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R677 MDP is a 1997 Yamaha SR250 in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 R677 MDP, 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 R677 MDP registered?

R677 MDP is a 1997 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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