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J559 OFR

1992 Yamaha TZR250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

18,838 mi
Last recorded18,838 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 1992 Yamaha TZR25018,602 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ559 OFR
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR250
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 18,838 miles

Nearside Front 1 disk bolt out of 6 not seated fully but not inscure

Pass 22 May 2023 18,774 miles

Nearside Front 1 bolt out of 6 is not seated,but not inscure.

Pass 26 May 2022 18,727 miles

Nearside Front One disc bolt is not seated although appears tight, should be addressed

Fail 26 May 2022 18,719 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front One disc bolt is not seated although appears tight, should be addressed

Pass 9 Mar 2021 18,602 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 18,454 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 18,105 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 17,419 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 17,399 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 17,225 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 17,051 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 16,856 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 16,668 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 16,095 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 14,753 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 12,372 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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J559 OFR is a 1992 Yamaha TZR250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1992 Yamaha TZR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.1% with a typical mileage of 18,602 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 J559 OFR, 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 34 years old, this Yamaha TZR250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J559 OFR registered?

J559 OFR is a 1992 Yamaha TZR250, first registered on 9 June 1992.

Is J559 OFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J559 OFR shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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