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E26 WUR

1987 Yamaha TZR250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

19,737 mi
Last recorded19,737 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 Yamaha TZR25020,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE26 WUR
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR250
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 19,737 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 19,464 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 18,793 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 18,359 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2023 18,351 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Apr 2022 17,413 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 17,319 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2021 17,319 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 17,217 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 16,962 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 16,124 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 15,847 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 15,842 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 15,492 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 15,210 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 14,694 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2009 14,694 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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E26 WUR is a 1987 Yamaha TZR250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 E26 WUR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E26 WUR registered?

E26 WUR is a 1987 Yamaha TZR250, first registered on 14 August 1987.

Is E26 WUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E26 WUR shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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