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RDF 349W

1981 Yamaha SR250

Blue Petrol 240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

28,962 mi
Last recorded28,962 miles
Recorded on18 May 2006
Typical for 1981 Yamaha SR25023,674 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRDF 349W
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine240cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2006 28,962 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 28,950 miles

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

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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RDF 349W is a 1981 Yamaha SR250 in Blue with a 240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 RDF 349W, 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 RDF 349W registered?

RDF 349W is a 1981 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 24 March 1981.

Is RDF 349W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RDF 349W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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