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F103 DFR

1990 Yamaha TZR250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2020
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

25,992 mi
Last recorded25,992 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2019
Typical for 1990 Yamaha TZR25020,570 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF103 DFR
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR250
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2019 25,992 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 25,606 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2008 25,553 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a) DANGEROUS

ALLOY BRAKE FITTINGS NOT RECOMENDED FOR ROAD USE.

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 24,857 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 24,008 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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F103 DFR is a 1990 Yamaha TZR250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha TZR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 20,570 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 F103 DFR, 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 36 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 F103 DFR registered?

F103 DFR is a 1990 Yamaha TZR250, first registered on 1 June 1990.

Is F103 DFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F103 DFR shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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