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C342 PUJ

1996 Yamaha TZR250

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

80,449 mi
Last recorded80,449 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2024
Typical for 1996 Yamaha TZR25023,225 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC342 PUJ
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR250
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2024 80,449 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 78,541 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 76,540 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 75,220 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 73,428 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 70,738 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 5 Jul 2019 70,738 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 67,006 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 63,263 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 May 2016 59,018 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 15 May 2015 56,051 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 30 May 2014 52,890 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 49,239 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 46,576 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 42,230 miles

One of two rear position lamps not working....

Pass 2 Jun 2010 39,751 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 36,754 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 27 May 2008 33,391 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 32,609 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 32,607 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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C342 PUJ is a 1996 Yamaha TZR250 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha TZR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 23,225 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 C342 PUJ, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha TZR250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C342 PUJ registered?

C342 PUJ is a 1996 Yamaha TZR250, first registered on 20 June 1996.

Is C342 PUJ safe to buy?

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