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F973 JUE

1989 Yamaha TZR250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,856 mi
Last recorded42,856 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1989 Yamaha TZR25021,976 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF973 JUE
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR250
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 1 Jul 2026 42,856 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 42,215 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 41,143 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 40,990 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 39,648 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 38,790 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2019 36,605 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 35,363 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 34,108 miles

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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F973 JUE is a 1989 Yamaha TZR250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 F973 JUE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F973 JUE registered?

F973 JUE is a 1989 Yamaha TZR250, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F973 JUE safe to buy?

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