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ULB 278W

1981 Yamaha SR250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,999 mi
Last recorded17,999 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 1981 Yamaha SR25023,674 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationULB 278W
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 2 May 2025 17,999 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 17,975 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 17,950 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 27,897 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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ULB 278W is a 1981 Yamaha SR250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ULB 278W, 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

How do I check the history of ULB 278W?

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What year was ULB 278W registered?

ULB 278W is a 1981 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is ULB 278W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ULB 278W shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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