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VYC 412W

1981 Yamaha SR250

Red Petrol 240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

10,477 mi
Last recorded10,477 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2022
Typical for 1981 Yamaha SR25023,674 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYC 412W
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine240cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2022 10,477 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 10,469 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 10,465 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 10,460 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 27 Jul 2019 10,460 miles

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 10,457 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 10,453 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 10,450 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 10,442 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front tyre slightly perished on sidewalls

Pass 11 Aug 2014 10,430 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

front tyre slightly perished on sidewalls

Pass 13 Aug 2013 10,395 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 10,308 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 10,237 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 10,106 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 9,429 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

rear suspension slightly stiff

Pass 19 Jul 2007 9,429 miles

rear suspension slightly stiff

Pass 17 Jul 2006 8,651 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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VYC 412W is a 1981 Yamaha SR250 in Red with a 240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 VYC 412W, 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 VYC 412W registered?

VYC 412W is a 1981 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 24 March 1981.

Is VYC 412W safe to buy?

The MOT history for VYC 412W shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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