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SVU 795X

1981 Yamaha SR250

Green Petrol 239cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

34,082 mi
Last recorded34,082 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2016
Typical for 1981 Yamaha SR25023,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVU 795X
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine239cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2016 34,082 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 33,929 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 33,791 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 33,226 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 31,590 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2011 31,588 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2008 30,774 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 29,943 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 28,600 miles

slight judder on rear brake

n/s lower frame damaged

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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SVU 795X is a 1981 Yamaha SR250 in Green with a 239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SVU 795X, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SVU 795X registered?

SVU 795X is a 1981 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 14 August 1981.

Is SVU 795X safe to buy?

The MOT history for SVU 795X shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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