Yamaha Sr 250 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 75 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 21.3%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Yamaha Sr 250 MOT Reliability Overview
The Yamaha Sr 250 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 75 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.7% and a failure rate of 21.3%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Yamaha Sr 250 earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Yamaha Sr 250 presents for MOT with approximately 19,724 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Yamaha Sr 250 is Motorcycle drive system, affecting 9.3% of all tests. Motorcycle drive system issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. The second most common issue is Motorcycle lighting and signalling at 8.0%. Motorcycle steering and suspension rounds out the top three at 6.7%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Drive System | 9.3% | 7 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 9.3% | 7 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 8.0% | 6 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 5.3% | 4 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 4.0% | 3 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Suspension | 2.7% | 2 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Brakes | 2.7% | 2 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 2.7% | 2 |
| 9 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 1.3% | 1 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 1.3% | 1 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 1.3% | 1 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Steering | 1.3% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 19,724 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle drive system | 4.73 | 9.3% | 7 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 4.73 | 9.3% | 7 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 4.06 | 8.0% | 6 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 2.70 | 5.3% | 4 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 2.03 | 4.0% | 3 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 1.35 | 2.7% | 2 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 1.35 | 2.7% | 2 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 1.35 | 2.7% | 2 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.68 | 1.3% | 1 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 0.68 | 1.3% | 1 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 0.68 | 1.3% | 1 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.68 | 1.3% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Yamaha Sr 250 has 19,724 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Yamaha Sr 250 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 10.80% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Yamaha Sr 250 MOT Data
The Yamaha Sr 250 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 75 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.7% and a failure rate of 21.3%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Yamaha Sr 250 owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle drive system and motorcycle lighting and signalling for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Sr 250 is likely to perform.
Motorcycle drive system — 9.3% of failures
Motorcycle drive system issues account for 9.3% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Sr 250. Motorcycle drive system issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 8.0% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 8.0% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Sr 250. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle steering and suspension — 6.7% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 6.7% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Sr 250. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Yamaha Sr 250?
Based on 75 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Yamaha Sr 250 has an overall pass rate of 78.7% (21.3% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Yamaha Sr 250?
The top 3 reasons a Yamaha Sr 250 fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle drive system (9.3%), 2. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (8.0%), 3. Motorcycle steering and suspension (6.7%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Yamaha Sr 250 reliable?
With a 21.3% MOT failure rate, the Sr 250 is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Yamaha Sr 250?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle drive system (9.3%); Motorcycle lighting and signalling (8.0%); Motorcycle steering and suspension (6.7%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.