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E265 NOW

1998 Yamaha TZR250

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,872 mi
Last recorded21,872 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha TZR25017,149 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE265 NOW
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR250
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 21,872 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 21,493 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 20,981 miles

Front Lower Fibre washers fitted to brake hose/alloy banjo ends fitted.

Gear lever loose.

Pass 22 Apr 2022 20,503 miles

Front Alloy banjo race use bolts fitted on brake lines.

Fail 22 Apr 2022 20,503 miles

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

Front Alloy banjo race use bolts fitted on brake lines.

Pass 9 Feb 2021 20,026 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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E265 NOW is a 1998 Yamaha TZR250 in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha TZR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 17,149 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 E265 NOW, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha TZR250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E265 NOW registered?

E265 NOW is a 1998 Yamaha TZR250, first registered on 22 June 1998.

Is E265 NOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E265 NOW shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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