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H242 KGS

1997 Yamaha TZR250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2023
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,969 mi
Last recorded40,969 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha TZR25022,891 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH242 KGS
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR250
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2022 40,969 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 May 2019 40,334 miles
Fail 20 May 2019 40,334 miles

Stop lamp not working switch spring not conected (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2007 40,215 miles

rear tyre has small cut to n/s sidewall

Pass 29 Apr 2006 39,931 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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H242 KGS is a 1997 Yamaha TZR250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha TZR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 22,891 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 H242 KGS, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha TZR250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H242 KGS registered?

H242 KGS is a 1997 Yamaha TZR250, first registered on 20 March 1997.

Is H242 KGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for H242 KGS shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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