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C159 YKK

1986 Yamaha TZR250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

21,355 mi
Last recorded21,355 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2008
Typical for 1986 Yamaha TZR25022,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC159 YKK
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR250
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2008 21,355 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2008 21,355 miles

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

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Feb 2007 20,104 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha TZR250?

Based on 3,836 MOT tests across 802 vehicles.

87.4%
Pass Rate
196
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
802
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 33
reflector on motorcycle missing 28
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 18
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 16
Footrest missing 15
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C159 YKK is a 1986 Yamaha TZR250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1986 Yamaha TZR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.2% with a typical mileage of 22,246 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 TZR250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 33 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C159 YKK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha TZR250 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 40 years old, this Yamaha TZR250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C159 YKK registered?

C159 YKK is a 1986 Yamaha TZR250, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C159 YKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C159 YKK shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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