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M159 LRJ

1994 Yamaha SR250

Red Petrol 240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

21,002 mi
Last recorded21,002 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2019
Typical for 1994 Yamaha SR25030,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM159 LRJ
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine240cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2019 21,002 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2010 18,322 miles

Front tyre cracking slightly but no cord or ply visable

Rear tyre has a cut but no ply or cord visable

Fail 11 Jun 2009 17,940 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 17,940 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 17,314 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 16,867 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 16,272 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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M159 LRJ is a 1994 Yamaha SR250 in Red with a 240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 M159 LRJ, 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.

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What year was M159 LRJ registered?

M159 LRJ is a 1994 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 10 August 1994.

Is M159 LRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M159 LRJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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