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E901 RAT

1987 Yamaha TZR250

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

20,557 mi
Last recorded20,557 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2019
Typical for 1987 Yamaha TZR25020,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE901 RAT
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR250
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2019 20,557 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 20,456 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 20,418 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 20,416 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Feb 2006 20,416 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2006 20,416 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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E901 RAT is a 1987 Yamaha TZR250 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 E901 RAT, 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 E901 RAT registered?

E901 RAT is a 1987 Yamaha TZR250, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E901 RAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for E901 RAT 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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