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E233 GNH

1987 Yamaha TZR250

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

41,363 mi
Last recorded41,363 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Yamaha TZR25020,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE233 GNH
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR250
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 41,363 miles
Fail 2 May 2026 41,294 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 May 2025 41,253 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 41,022 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 40,797 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2022 40,415 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 39,243 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 38,938 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 38,580 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 37,904 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 37,881 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 37,728 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 37,196 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 37,149 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 37,100 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 37,011 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 36,891 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 36,523 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2007 36,004 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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E233 GNH is a 1987 Yamaha TZR250 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha TZR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 20,416 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 E233 GNH, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha TZR250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E233 GNH registered?

E233 GNH is a 1987 Yamaha TZR250, first registered on 7 October 1987.

Is E233 GNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for E233 GNH shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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