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J695 ATO

1997 Yamaha TZR250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2024
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

14,834 mi
Last recorded14,834 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha TZR25022,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ695 ATO
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR250
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2023 14,834 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 6 Apr 2023 14,830 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Shock absorber insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2021 14,826 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 14,611 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 6 Jun 2013 13,739 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 13,739 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 31 May 2013 13,731 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 23 May 2012 12,172 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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J695 ATO is a 1997 Yamaha TZR250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 J695 ATO, 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 J695 ATO registered?

J695 ATO is a 1997 Yamaha TZR250, first registered on 14 August 1997.

Is J695 ATO safe to buy?

The MOT history for J695 ATO shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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