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XFJ 714X

1982 Yamaha SR250

Green Petrol 240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

51,080 mi
Last recorded51,080 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2019
Typical for 1982 Yamaha SR25022,646 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXFJ 714X
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine240cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2019 51,080 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 50,316 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2018 50,316 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 50,246 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 49,571 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 49,571 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 14 Jul 2007 46,985 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 44,477 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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XFJ 714X is a 1982 Yamaha SR250 in Green with a 240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha SR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 22,646 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 XFJ 714X, 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 44 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 XFJ 714X registered?

XFJ 714X is a 1982 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 5 June 1982.

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