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C644 EHU

1997 Yamaha TZR250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

3,475 mi
Last recorded3,475 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha TZR25022,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC644 EHU
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR250
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 3,475 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 2,880 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 2,860 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 2,860 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 2,115 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 1,838 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 1,439 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 330 miles

rear lamp working 50/ one bulb not working

Pass 10 Aug 2012 210 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 9 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

One rear light not working but 50% still working

Pass 2 Jul 2010 1 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 1 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 45,578 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2005 27,107 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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C644 EHU is a 1997 Yamaha TZR250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha TZR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 22,891 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 C644 EHU, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha TZR250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C644 EHU registered?

C644 EHU is a 1997 Yamaha TZR250, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is C644 EHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C644 EHU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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