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F780 PRF

1988 Yamaha TZR250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

25,175 mi
Last recorded25,175 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2019
Typical for 1988 Yamaha TZR25025,175 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF780 PRF
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR250
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2019 25,175 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2019 25,175 miles

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2015 25,041 miles

front brake sticking slightly

Pass 1 May 2014 25,041 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 25,041 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

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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F780 PRF is a 1988 Yamaha TZR250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha TZR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 25,175 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 F780 PRF, 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 38 years old, this Yamaha TZR250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F780 PRF registered?

F780 PRF is a 1988 Yamaha TZR250, first registered on 26 August 1988.

Is F780 PRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F780 PRF shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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