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F779 DYD

1989 Yamaha TDR250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,494 mi
Last recorded23,494 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Yamaha TDR25025,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF779 DYD
MakeYamaha
ModelTDR250
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2026 23,494 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2025 23,211 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 23,167 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 22,979 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 22,705 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2020 22,377 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 22,027 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 21,728 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 21,369 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 21,074 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 20,793 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2014 20,322 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2013 20,195 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 19,813 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 19,347 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 19,009 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 18,565 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 May 2008 17,332 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 16,636 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha TDR250?

Based on 3,238 MOT tests across 528 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
208
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
528
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 34
suspension bush has excessive free play 19
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
Direction indicator not working 17
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F779 DYD is a 1989 Yamaha TDR250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha TDR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 25,536 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha TDR250 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F779 DYD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha TDR250 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 37 years old, this Yamaha TDR250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F779 DYD registered?

F779 DYD is a 1989 Yamaha TDR250, first registered on 1 February 1989.

Is F779 DYD safe to buy?

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