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SBJ 705W

1981 Yamaha DT250

White Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,806 mi
Last recorded31,806 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2019
Typical for 1981 Yamaha DT25013,266 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBJ 705W
MakeYamaha
ModelDT250
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 12 Aug 2019 31,806 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 31,774 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 31,725 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 31,709 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 31,699 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 31,676 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 31,578 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 31,487 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 31,402 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 30,625 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 29,847 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 28,826 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2007 28,159 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 27,135 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha DT250?

Based on 792 MOT tests across 196 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
112
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
196
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Direction indicator not working 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 7
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SBJ 705W is a 1981 Yamaha DT250 in White with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha DT250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 13,266 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha DT250 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SBJ 705W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha DT250 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha DT250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SBJ 705W registered?

SBJ 705W is a 1981 Yamaha DT250, first registered on 24 March 1981.

Is SBJ 705W safe to buy?

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