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E5 TDR

1989 Yamaha TDR250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

31,470 mi
Last recorded31,470 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 1989 Yamaha TDR25025,536 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE5 TDR
MakeYamaha
ModelTDR250
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 31,470 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 30,682 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 30,244 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 29,653 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 29,360 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 29,271 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 29,104 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 28,411 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 28,352 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2012 28,318 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 28,318 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 28,318 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 28,123 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 27,839 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 27,594 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha TDR250?

Based on 3,238 MOT tests across 528 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
208
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
528
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 34
suspension bush has excessive free play 19
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
Direction indicator not working 17
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E5 TDR is a 1989 Yamaha TDR250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha TDR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 25,536 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha TDR250 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E5 TDR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha TDR250 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 37 years old, this Yamaha TDR250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E5 TDR registered?

E5 TDR is a 1989 Yamaha TDR250, first registered on 1 March 1989.

Is E5 TDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E5 TDR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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