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L897 UMA

1999 Yamaha TT250R

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 1999 Yamaha TT250R12,227 mi
4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL897 UMA
MakeYamaha
ModelTT250R
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2016
Fail 31 Aug 2012 11 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2012 11 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 9 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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L897 UMA is a 1999 Yamaha TT250R in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha TT250R models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 12,227 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 L897 UMA, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha TT250R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L897 UMA registered?

L897 UMA is a 1999 Yamaha TT250R, first registered on 1 July 1999.

Is L897 UMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L897 UMA shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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