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L957 UPW

1993 Yamaha TTR250

White Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

14,407 mi
Last recorded14,407 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2012
Typical for 1993 Yamaha TTR2506,355 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL957 UPW
MakeYamaha
ModelTTR250
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 6 Oct 2012 14,407 miles

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

battery low ,engine running to check lights

front tyre has light perishing on side walls

rear suspention slow to return

Pass 6 Oct 2012 14,407 miles

battery low ,engine running to check lights

front tyre has light perishing on side walls

rear suspention slow to return

Pass 16 Apr 2009 14,392 miles

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

Fail 19 Apr 2008 13,619 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Apr 2008 13,619 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2007 13,617 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 13,317 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha TTR250?

Based on 1,726 MOT tests across 170 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
393
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
170
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings have excessive free play 22
reflector on motorcycle missing 20
suspension bush has excessive free play 16
Direction indicator missing 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
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L957 UPW is a 1993 Yamaha TTR250 in White with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha TTR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 6,355 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 TTR250 fails its MOT is wheel bearings have excessive free play, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L957 UPW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha TTR250 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 33 years old, this Yamaha TTR250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L957 UPW registered?

L957 UPW is a 1993 Yamaha TTR250, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L957 UPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L957 UPW shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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