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SBY 353W

1981 Yamaha DT250

White Petrol 246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

5,588 mi
Last recorded5,588 miles
Recorded on30 May 2012
Typical for 1981 Yamaha DT25013,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBY 353W
MakeYamaha
ModelDT250
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine246cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2012 5,588 miles
Fail 26 May 2012 5,588 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 28 May 2011 5,144 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 4,454 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 30 Apr 2009 4,137 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 3,932 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 3,412 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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SBY 353W is a 1981 Yamaha DT250 in White with a 246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SBY 353W, 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 SBY 353W registered?

SBY 353W is a 1981 Yamaha DT250, first registered on 29 June 1981.

Is SBY 353W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBY 353W shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SBY 353W have outstanding finance?

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