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KAO 571V

1980 Yamaha SR250

Black Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2020
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

392 mi
Last recorded392 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2019
Typical for 1980 Yamaha SR25017,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAO 571V
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2019 392 miles

Chain guard missing ()

front mudguard not fitted

Fail 7 Sep 2019 381 miles

Registration plate incorrect does not meet size specifications [too small] (0.1 (c))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

front mudguard not fitted

Pass 11 Sep 2018 248 miles

Front Mudguard insecure front mudguard not fitted ()

Front Wheel bearing has slight play slight bearing rumble (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Chain guard missing ()

Fail 11 Sep 2018 248 miles

Front Mudguard insecure front mudguard not fitted ()

Front Wheel bearing has slight play slight bearing rumble (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Chain guard missing ()

Front Wheel fixing loose (single fixing) excessive sideplay, front wheel axle tightened (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2016 5 miles

front and rear mudguards not fitted

Fail 30 Jan 2016 2 miles

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

front and rear mudguards not fitted

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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KAO 571V is a 1980 Yamaha SR250 in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha SR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 17,579 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 KAO 571V, 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 46 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 KAO 571V registered?

KAO 571V is a 1980 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 31 December 1980.

Is KAO 571V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAO 571V shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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