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L196 YWP

1994 Yamaha SR250

Black Petrol 240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

59,234 mi
Last recorded59,234 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 1994 Yamaha SR25030,422 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL196 YWP
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine240cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 59,234 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 59,049 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2024 59,049 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2023 58,499 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 58,282 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 57,768 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 57,495 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 56,925 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 55,945 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 55,362 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2016 54,448 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 53,626 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 50,961 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 50,053 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 50,053 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 48,896 miles
Fail 19 May 2012 48,896 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 May 2011 47,544 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 47,542 miles

Front Wheel spoke cracked. (4.2.1b)

front tyre cracked

Pass 28 May 2010 46,715 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 45,257 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 May 2008 43,580 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 43,579 miles

Brake lever is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 25 May 2007 43,149 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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L196 YWP is a 1994 Yamaha SR250 in Black with a 240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1994 Yamaha SR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 30,422 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 L196 YWP, 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 32 years old, this Yamaha SR250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L196 YWP registered?

L196 YWP is a 1994 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 18 February 1994.

Is L196 YWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L196 YWP shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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