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E986 AAL

1987 Yamaha TZR250

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

31,291 mi
Last recorded31,291 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 1987 Yamaha TZR25020,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE986 AAL
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR250
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 31,291 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 31,022 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 30,978 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2023 30,978 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 30,971 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 30,547 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2019 30,444 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 29,491 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 28,895 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 28,829 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 28,706 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 28,516 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2005 28,244 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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E986 AAL is a 1987 Yamaha TZR250 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 E986 AAL, 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 E986 AAL registered?

E986 AAL is a 1987 Yamaha TZR250, first registered on 1 August 1987.

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