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F128 LVJ

1989 Yamaha TZR250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2023
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

18,954 mi
Last recorded18,954 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2022
Typical for 1989 Yamaha TZR25021,976 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF128 LVJ
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR250
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2022 18,954 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 18,774 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Dec 2020 18,774 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jul 2010 18,699 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 18,027 miles

Slight "Knock" on testing front suspension

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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F128 LVJ is a 1989 Yamaha TZR250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha TZR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 21,976 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 F128 LVJ, 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 37 years old, this Yamaha TZR250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F128 LVJ registered?

F128 LVJ is a 1989 Yamaha TZR250, first registered on 28 January 1989.

Is F128 LVJ safe to buy?

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