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E116 EKX

1988 Yamaha TZR250

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

17,406 mi
Last recorded17,406 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2022
Typical for 1988 Yamaha TZR25025,175 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE116 EKX
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR250
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2022 17,406 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 17,308 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2021 17,301 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 17,208 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 17,128 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 16,974 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 16,823 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 16,687 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 16,514 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2014 16,394 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 16,241 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 16,082 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 16,082 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2011 15,945 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 15,723 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 15,235 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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E116 EKX is a 1988 Yamaha TZR250 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha TZR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 25,175 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 E116 EKX, 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 38 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 E116 EKX registered?

E116 EKX is a 1988 Yamaha TZR250, first registered on 29 June 1988.

Is E116 EKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E116 EKX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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