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D807 YAU

1996 Yamaha TZR250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,028 mi
Last recorded39,028 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha TZR25023,225 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD807 YAU
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR250
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 39,028 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 38,580 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 38,280 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 37,526 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 36,834 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 36,022 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 34,115 miles

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

Fail 5 Oct 2011 34,092 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2010 28,144 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 22,632 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

gear lever pivot worn

Pass 12 May 2009 22,632 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

gear lever pivot worn

Pass 13 May 2008 15,817 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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D807 YAU is a 1996 Yamaha TZR250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 D807 YAU, 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 D807 YAU registered?

D807 YAU is a 1996 Yamaha TZR250, first registered on 22 August 1996.

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