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E164 AKW

1988 Yamaha TZR250

White Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,386 mi
Last recorded8,386 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2025
Typical for 1988 Yamaha TZR25025,175 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE164 AKW
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR250
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 31 Jan 2025 8,386 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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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E164 AKW is a 1988 Yamaha TZR250 in White with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E164 AKW, 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 E164 AKW registered?

E164 AKW is a 1988 Yamaha TZR250, first registered on 1 March 1988.

Is E164 AKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E164 AKW shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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