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TVV 603W

1980 Yamaha SR250

Black Petrol 239cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

55,573 mi
Last recorded55,573 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2023
Typical for 1980 Yamaha SR25017,579 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVV 603W
MakeYamaha
ModelSR250
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine239cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2023 55,573 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 55,513 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 55,272 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2014 54,969 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 54,969 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 54,496 miles

registration plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 1 Aug 2012 54,103 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 53,685 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 53,256 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 52,946 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2009 52,946 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 52,376 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 51,912 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2006 51,700 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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TVV 603W is a 1980 Yamaha SR250 in Black with a 239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 TVV 603W, 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 TVV 603W registered?

TVV 603W is a 1980 Yamaha SR250, first registered on 16 September 1980.

Is TVV 603W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVV 603W shows 14 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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