Yamaha SR250

Black · Petrol · 1994 · 240 cc

L79 BBJMOT history

L79 BBJ is a black petrol Yamaha SR250 first used on 11 Jul 1994. Its MOT expired on 29 Jul 2025 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 60,176 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Jul 2025
Mileage
60,176 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2024
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
743 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L79 BBJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Yamaha
Model
SR250
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
240 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
11 Jul 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L79 BBJ was last recorded at 60,176 miles on 30 Jul 2024, 860 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,316 miles · 13 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
860 miles
Average per year
743 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 60,176 miles
  • 2021 – 59,316 miles
  • 2020 – 57,631 miles
  • 2019 – 55,700 miles
  • 2017 – 55,667 miles
  • 2015 – 54,942 miles
  • 2013 – 54,079 miles
  • 2007 – 47,623 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,176 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

  • Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

20 tests since 20 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,176 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    60,176 miles
    Test number
    105928399194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  2. Fail60,176 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,176 miles
    Test number
    961584402274
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  3. Pass59,936 km4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    59,936 km
    Test number
    644996437235
    • AdvisoryLower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass59,316 miles (+1,685)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    59,316 miles
    Test number
    551969828380
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass57,631 miles (+1,931)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    57,631 miles
    Test number
    714516763622
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Balance box ! (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass55,700 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    55,700 miles
    Test number
    256046175903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail55,700 miles (+33)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,700 miles
    Test number
    721566487752
    • Repaired at testFront Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock Brake cable routed incorrectly! (2.1.4 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass55,667 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    55,667 miles
    Test number
    919482406382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail55,667 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,667 miles
    Test number
    777583287448
    • DangerousFront Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

  10. Pass55,630 km4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    55,630 km
    Test number
    809564810746
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  11. Pass54,942 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    54,942 miles
    Test number
    547442085157
    • NoteRear tyre very close to limmit
    • NoteSide stand seized.

  12. Fail54,942 miles (+863)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,942 miles
    Test number
    989392785169
    • Repaired at testThrottle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)
    • NoteRear tyre very close to limmit
    • NoteSide stand seized.

  13. Pass54,079 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    54,079 miles
    Test number
    358713073126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail54,077 miles1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,077 miles
    Test number
    227366463454
    • FailureNearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
    • NoteEngine bar cracked but not insercure.

  15. Pass48,709 km (+163)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    48,709 km
    Test number
    909904161212
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

  16. Pass48,546 km (+332)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    48,546 km
    Test number
    142291670226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,214 km (+285)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    48,214 km
    Test number
    674128759250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,929 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    47,929 km
    Test number
    584065358262
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

  19. Pass47,623 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    47,623 miles
    Test number
    701664757267
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

  20. Pass47,320 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    47,320 km
    Test number
    370383866466
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Questions about L79 BBJ

Does L79 BBJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L79 BBJ expired on 29 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L79 BBJ?
The MOT on L79 BBJ expired on 29 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L79 BBJ done?
L79 BBJ was recorded at 60,176 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2024, an average of 743 miles a year.
Has L79 BBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L79 BBJ has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on L79 BBJ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L79 BBJ find?
L79 BBJ passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2024 with 3 advisories: nearside front shock absorber has a light misting of oil; offside front shock absorber has a light misting of oil; rear drive chain worn but not considered excessive.

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