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L171 TUP

1998 Yamaha TT250R

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

386 mi
Last recorded386 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2016
Typical for 1998 Yamaha TT250R11,368 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL171 TUP
MakeYamaha
ModelTT250R
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 23 Apr 2016 386 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 377 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha TT250R?

Based on 4,846 MOT tests across 495 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
321
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
495
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 35
Tyre is unsuitable 30
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 22
suspension bush has excessive free play 20
wheel bearings have excessive free play 20
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L171 TUP is a 1998 Yamaha TT250R in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha TT250R models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 11,368 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 TT250R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L171 TUP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha TT250R typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha TT250R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L171 TUP registered?

L171 TUP is a 1998 Yamaha TT250R, first registered on 13 July 1998.

Is L171 TUP safe to buy?

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