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M979 MPE

1995 Yamaha SR250

Black Petrol 239cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2016
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

10,951 mi
Last recorded10,951 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2015
Typical for 1995 Yamaha SR25027,097 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM979 MPE
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine239cc
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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2015 10,951 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 9 Jul 2015 10,949 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

clutch lever cannot be released smoothly when in gear

Pass 15 Jan 2013 10,833 miles

Both rear indis have water in

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

O/S/F Fork dust sael lose

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 2 Jan 2013 10,833 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Both rear indis have water in

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front fender lose

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

O/S/F Fork dust sael lose

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 30 Jun 2010 10,827 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 10,318 miles

Engine Saftey Stop Switch Not Working

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

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

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

Fail 5 Jun 2009 10,220 miles

Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)

Engine Saftey Stop Switch Not Working

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2008 7,739 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2007 7,711 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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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M979 MPE is a 1995 Yamaha SR250 in Black with a 239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1995 Yamaha SR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 27,097 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 M979 MPE, 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 31 years old, this Yamaha SR250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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M979 MPE is a 1995 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 27 April 1995.

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