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F989 JMY

1989 Yamaha TDR250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

40,463 mi
Last recorded40,463 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 1989 Yamaha TDR25025,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF989 JMY
MakeYamaha
ModelTDR250
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 40,463 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2025 40,459 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 40,444 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2023 40,259 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 40,041 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 39,914 miles

Nearside mirror loose

Offside mirror

Pass 27 Jul 2020 39,899 miles

Rear Screw in rear tyre

Fail 27 Jul 2020 39,899 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 39,705 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2019 39,705 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 39,665 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 39,601 miles

both mirrors loose

clutch lever bracket loose

Fail 25 Jul 2017 39,573 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

both mirrors loose

clutch lever bracket loose

Pass 12 Aug 2016 39,203 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2016 39,171 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2015 38,642 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 38,296 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 37,560 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2013 37,560 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 23 Jul 2012 37,390 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 37,078 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 37,078 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 37,046 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 37,031 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 37,031 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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F989 JMY is a 1989 Yamaha TDR250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 F989 JMY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F989 JMY registered?

F989 JMY is a 1989 Yamaha TDR250, first registered on 10 March 1989.

Is F989 JMY safe to buy?

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