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E191 MDL

1988 Yamaha TZR250

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

14,978 mi
Last recorded14,978 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2026
Typical for 1988 Yamaha TZR25025,175 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE191 MDL
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR250
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2026 14,978 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2025 14,799 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2025 14,789 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2024 14,273 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 13,750 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 12,255 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 12,194 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 11,950 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 11,945 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

rear tyre valve perished

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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E191 MDL is a 1988 Yamaha TZR250 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 E191 MDL, 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 E191 MDL registered?

E191 MDL is a 1988 Yamaha TZR250, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is E191 MDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E191 MDL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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