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C751 AWK

1986 Yamaha TZR250

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

32,101 mi
Last recorded32,101 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 1986 Yamaha TZR25022,246 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC751 AWK
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR250
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 32,101 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2026 32,101 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2015 32,085 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2009 31,823 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 31,523 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2008 31,532 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 2 Feb 2007 30,293 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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C751 AWK is a 1986 Yamaha TZR250 in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 C751 AWK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C751 AWK?

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What year was C751 AWK registered?

C751 AWK is a 1986 Yamaha TZR250, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C751 AWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C751 AWK 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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