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D981 YJU

1987 Yamaha TZR250

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,084 mi
Last recorded18,084 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 1987 Yamaha TZR25020,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD981 YJU
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR250
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 18,084 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 17,613 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2007 17,613 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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D981 YJU is a 1987 Yamaha TZR250 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha TZR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 20,416 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 D981 YJU, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha TZR250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D981 YJU registered?

D981 YJU is a 1987 Yamaha TZR250, first registered on 23 April 1987.

Is D981 YJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for D981 YJU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D981 YJU have outstanding finance?

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