MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
13,406 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
fuel filler cap seal starting to perish but not leaking fuel
Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)
Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)
Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
fuel filler cap seal starting to perish but not leaking fuel
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
both indicators slightly damaged but function not impaired
Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Yamaha SR250?
Based on 3,730 MOT tests across 495 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VWC 298W is a 1981 Yamaha SR250 in Black with a 240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 VWC 298W, 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.
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What year was VWC 298W registered?
VWC 298W is a 1981 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 31 March 1981.
Is VWC 298W safe to buy?
The MOT history for VWC 298W shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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