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RRB 535X

1981 Yamaha SR250

Black Petrol 240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

22,786 mi
Last recorded22,786 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2016
Typical for 1981 Yamaha SR25023,674 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRRB 535X
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine240cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2016 22,786 miles

bolt on rear brake rod wrong way round.

Pass 26 May 2015 20,894 miles
Fail 12 May 2015

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2014 20,715 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 16,570 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Brake lever lightly rubbing (3.2.A1a)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

long travel on rear brake pedal

Fail 18 Apr 2012 12,612 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

rear brake pedal requires adjustment

Pass 18 Apr 2012 12,612 miles

rear brake pedal requires adjustment

Pass 16 Apr 2011 9,224 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 9,167 miles

front tyre cracking on side walls almost to excess

Fail 15 Sep 2008 9,129 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

front tyre cracking on side walls almost to excess

Pass 5 Oct 2007 8,772 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2007 8,772 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

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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RRB 535X is a 1981 Yamaha SR250 in Black with a 240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RRB 535X, 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 RRB 535X registered?

RRB 535X is a 1981 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 16 September 1981.

Is RRB 535X safe to buy?

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