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PLN 314W

1980 Yamaha SR250

Black Petrol 240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

22,672 mi
Last recorded22,672 miles
Recorded on31 May 2019
Typical for 1980 Yamaha SR25017,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLN 314W
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine240cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 May 2019 22,672 miles
Fail 31 May 2019 22,672 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 May 2018 22,667 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 22,667 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 May 2017 22,555 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 22,499 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 21,823 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 21,502 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 21,222 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 20,749 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 20,272 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 19,963 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 19,598 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 19,598 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 19,185 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 19,185 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Apr 2006 18,620 miles

note horn is not verey loud .

Fail 27 Apr 2006 18,620 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

note horn is not verey loud .

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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PLN 314W is a 1980 Yamaha SR250 in Black with a 240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 PLN 314W, 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 PLN 314W registered?

PLN 314W is a 1980 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 27 September 1980.

Is PLN 314W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLN 314W shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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