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F485 FVF

1989 Yamaha TZR250

Black Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,270 mi
Last recorded15,270 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2025
Typical for 1989 Yamaha TZR25021,976 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF485 FVF
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR250
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2025 15,270 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 15,269 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2024 15,269 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

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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F485 FVF is a 1989 Yamaha TZR250 in Black with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 F485 FVF, 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 F485 FVF registered?

F485 FVF is a 1989 Yamaha TZR250, first registered on 1 February 1989.

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The MOT history for F485 FVF shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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