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G976 VDL

1990 Yamaha TZR250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2024
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

8,601 mi
Last recorded8,601 miles
Recorded on30 May 2023
Typical for 1990 Yamaha TZR25020,570 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG976 VDL
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR250
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2023 8,601 miles
Pass 16 May 2020 8,481 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 26,308 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 26,209 miles

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

front brake discs buttons have play

Fail 5 May 2014 26,186 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

front brake discs buttons have play

Pass 6 May 2013 25,933 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 25,863 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 16 Sep 2009 25,844 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 25,696 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2008 25,696 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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G976 VDL is a 1990 Yamaha TZR250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha TZR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 20,570 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 G976 VDL, 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 36 years old, this Yamaha TZR250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G976 VDL registered?

G976 VDL is a 1990 Yamaha TZR250, first registered on 9 February 1990.

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