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VVW 248W

1981 Yamaha SR250

Black Petrol 240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

29,261 mi
Last recorded29,261 miles
Recorded on28 May 2021
Typical for 1981 Yamaha SR25023,674 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVVW 248W
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine240cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2021 29,261 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 29,074 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 28,697 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 28,327 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 28,106 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 27,983 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 27,896 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 27,859 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2014 27,859 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 27,434 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 26,605 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 26,539 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 26,339 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 14 Mar 2009 25,492 miles

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 14 Mar 2009 25,492 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 23,192 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 22,199 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 1 Apr 2006 20,910 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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VVW 248W is a 1981 Yamaha SR250 in Black with a 240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 VVW 248W, 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 VVW 248W registered?

VVW 248W is a 1981 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is VVW 248W safe to buy?

The MOT history for VVW 248W shows 18 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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