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E117 RNV

1999 Yamaha TZR250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

22,839 mi
Last recorded22,839 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2022
Typical for 1999 Yamaha TZR25021,039 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE117 RNV
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR250
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2022 22,839 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 22,809 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2017 22,809 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 22,620 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2014 22,475 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2014 22,475 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2011 22,211 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 22,165 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 12,889 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 12,887 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 12 Aug 2006 12,837 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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E117 RNV is a 1999 Yamaha TZR250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha TZR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 21,039 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 E117 RNV, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha TZR250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E117 RNV registered?

E117 RNV is a 1999 Yamaha TZR250, first registered on 2 December 1999.

Is E117 RNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E117 RNV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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