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F89 TFB

1989 Yamaha TDR250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

23,629 mi
Last recorded23,629 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2017
Typical for 1989 Yamaha TDR25025,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF89 TFB
MakeYamaha
ModelTDR250
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2017 23,629 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2017 23,629 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 6 Jul 2015 22,566 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 22,566 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 22,529 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 22,443 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 22,185 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 22,185 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 9 Aug 2007 21,787 miles

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

battery needed for m.o.t.

Fail 9 Aug 2007 21,787 miles

battery needed for m.o.t.

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Rear Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 21,552 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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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F89 TFB is a 1989 Yamaha TDR250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F89 TFB, 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 F89 TFB registered?

F89 TFB is a 1989 Yamaha TDR250, first registered on 6 July 1989.

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