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RGV 421W

1981 Yamaha SR250

Black Petrol 239cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

26,961 mi
Last recorded26,961 miles
Recorded on22 May 2014
Typical for 1981 Yamaha SR25023,674 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRGV 421W
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine239cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2014 26,961 miles

Drive chain slightly touching main stand

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Machine tested with single seat fitted without pillion footrests

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 23 Oct 2012 26,802 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

rear brake poor ajustment

Pass 23 Oct 2012 26,802 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

rear brake poor ajustment

Fail 26 Oct 2011 25,753 miles

Rear position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 25,753 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 25,462 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2009 25,171 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2008 24,458 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 24,085 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front brake binding on slightly

Fail 28 Feb 2007 24,085 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

front brake binding on slightly

Pass 20 Feb 2006 23,484 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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RGV 421W is a 1981 Yamaha SR250 in Black with a 239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 RGV 421W, 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 RGV 421W registered?

RGV 421W is a 1981 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 13 February 1981.

Is RGV 421W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RGV 421W shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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