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J993 LMR

1996 Yamaha TZR250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,953 mi
Last recorded24,953 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2016
Typical for 1996 Yamaha TZR25023,225 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ993 LMR
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR250
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2016 24,953 miles

Daylight use only

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Jul 2015 24,889 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 27 Jun 2015 24,876 miles

Rear Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Jul 2014 24,714 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

No lights fitted at time of test

the drive chain has a slight tight point

the lockstops have been modified

Pass 9 Nov 2011 24,422 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 24,353 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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J993 LMR is a 1996 Yamaha TZR250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha TZR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 23,225 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 J993 LMR, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha TZR250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J993 LMR registered?

J993 LMR is a 1996 Yamaha TZR250, first registered on 1 December 1996.

Is J993 LMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J993 LMR shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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