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M888 GRR

1994 Yamaha SR250

Black Petrol 240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2022
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

49,622 mi
Last recorded49,622 miles
Recorded on5 May 2021
Typical for 1994 Yamaha SR25030,422 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM888 GRR
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine240cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 May 2021 49,622 miles
Fail 4 May 2021 49,621 miles

Nearside Front Lower Fork yoke insecure (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Wheel fixing missing (single fixing) split pin (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Sep 2016 49,324 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 49,323 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 79,257 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

number plate slightly deteriorated

Fail 7 Mar 2015 79,140 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 3 Dec 2013 74,776 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2010 71,931 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2009 71,909 miles

Front Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 5 Jul 2008 62,447 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Fail 5 Jul 2008 62,447 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 7 Jul 2007 54,682 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 52,881 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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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M888 GRR is a 1994 Yamaha SR250 in Black with a 240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 M888 GRR, 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 M888 GRR registered?

M888 GRR is a 1994 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 9 August 1994.

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