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E101 MDL

1988 Yamaha TDR250

Black Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

22,134 mi
Last recorded22,134 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 1988 Yamaha TDR25021,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE101 MDL
MakeYamaha
ModelTDR250
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 22,134 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2026 22,134 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 21,713 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 21,685 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2024 21,685 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 27 May 2022 21,338 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 20,455 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 20,045 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 18,698 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 18,541 miles

Front Indicator tell tale not working

Rear Incorrect locking nuts on linkages

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 24 Feb 2016 18,540 miles

Decelerometer brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.E1b)

Front Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.5a)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Front Indicator tell tale not working

Rear Incorrect locking nuts on linkages

How Reliable is the Yamaha TDR250?

Based on 3,238 MOT tests across 528 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
208
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
528
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 34
suspension bush has excessive free play 19
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
Direction indicator not working 17
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E101 MDL is a 1988 Yamaha TDR250 in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha TDR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 21,041 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 TDR250 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E101 MDL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha TDR250 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Yamaha TDR250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E101 MDL registered?

E101 MDL is a 1988 Yamaha TDR250, first registered on 1 January 1988.

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