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VWC 298W

1981 Yamaha SR250

Black Petrol 240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,406 mi
Last recorded13,406 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2016
Typical for 1981 Yamaha SR25023,674 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVWC 298W
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine240cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2016 13,406 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 12,828 miles

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

Fail 20 Sep 2014 12,797 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2013 12,060 miles

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

both indicators slightly damaged but function not impaired

Pass 6 Mar 2012 10,465 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2012 10,465 miles

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.

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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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?

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