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J40 ARN

1991 Yamaha TDR250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

17,352 mi
Last recorded17,352 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1991 Yamaha TDR25020,024 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ40 ARN
MakeYamaha
ModelTDR250
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 17,352 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2024 17,341 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2023 17,254 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2022 17,184 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 16,994 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 16,924 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 16,917 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 16,528 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 15,793 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 15,666 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2014 15,666 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2013 15,571 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 15,433 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 15,249 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 15,099 miles

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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J40 ARN is a 1991 Yamaha TDR250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha TDR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 20,024 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 J40 ARN, 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 35 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 J40 ARN registered?

J40 ARN is a 1991 Yamaha TDR250, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J40 ARN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J40 ARN shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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