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F520 RRO

1989 Yamaha TZR250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,600 mi
Last recorded24,600 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Yamaha TZR25021,976 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF520 RRO
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR250
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 24,600 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 23,419 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 22,902 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Apr 2023 22,902 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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 Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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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F520 RRO is a 1989 Yamaha TZR250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 F520 RRO, 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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How do I check the history of F520 RRO?

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What year was F520 RRO registered?

F520 RRO is a 1989 Yamaha TZR250, first registered on 1 June 1989.

Is F520 RRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for F520 RRO shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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