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C226 YRF

1994 Yamaha TZR250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2024
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

31,563 mi
Last recorded31,563 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2023
Typical for 1994 Yamaha TZR25030,877 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC226 YRF
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR250
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2023 31,563 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 31,137 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 31,062 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 30,836 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2017 30,828 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 30,824 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 30,824 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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C226 YRF is a 1994 Yamaha TZR250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1994 Yamaha TZR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 30,877 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 C226 YRF, 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 32 years old, this Yamaha TZR250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C226 YRF registered?

C226 YRF is a 1994 Yamaha TZR250, first registered on 7 November 1994.

Is C226 YRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C226 YRF shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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