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XWT 591X

1982 Yamaha SR250

Black Petrol 240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2017
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

17,157 mi
Last recorded17,157 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2016
Typical for 1982 Yamaha SR25022,646 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXWT 591X
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine240cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2016 17,157 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 May 2015 17,020 miles
Fail 4 May 2015 17,020 miles

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Fail 8 Nov 2012 21,190 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 8 Nov 2012 21,190 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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XWT 591X is a 1982 Yamaha SR250 in Black with a 240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 XWT 591X, 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 XWT 591X registered?

XWT 591X is a 1982 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 2 March 1982.

Is XWT 591X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XWT 591X shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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