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J195 FVG

1998 Yamaha TZR250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

16,959 mi
Last recorded16,959 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2022
Typical for 1998 Yamaha TZR25017,149 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ195 FVG
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR250
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2022 16,959 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 16,578 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 16,501 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 16,428 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 16,418 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 16,214 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 15,890 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2010 15,710 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2008 14,945 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 14,556 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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J195 FVG is a 1998 Yamaha TZR250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha TZR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 17,149 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 J195 FVG, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha TZR250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of J195 FVG?

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What year was J195 FVG registered?

J195 FVG is a 1998 Yamaha TZR250, first registered on 3 February 1998.

Is J195 FVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J195 FVG shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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