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E135 XHE

1988 Yamaha TZR250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

31,915 mi
Last recorded31,915 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 Yamaha TZR25025,175 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE135 XHE
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR250
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 31,915 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 30,364 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 28,933 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 28,814 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 17 Nov 2022 28,813 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 May 2021 28,612 miles
Pass 23 May 2020 28,164 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 27,455 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 25,314 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 25,283 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 25,045 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 24,653 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 24,258 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 23,478 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 22,743 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 21,669 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 20,576 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 19,622 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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E135 XHE is a 1988 Yamaha TZR250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 E135 XHE, 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.

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What year was E135 XHE registered?

E135 XHE is a 1988 Yamaha TZR250, first registered on 18 April 1988.

Is E135 XHE safe to buy?

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