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D550 JEL

1987 Yamaha Tzr

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

21,382 mi
Last recorded21,382 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1987 Yamaha Tzr24,401 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD550 JEL
MakeYamaha
ModelTzr
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 21,382 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 21,249 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Jul 2023 21,143 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2023 21,143 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 20,645 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 26 Sep 2017 20,629 miles

Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies rear switch (1.3.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 20,080 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 19,869 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 19,501 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Tzr?

Based on 1,396 MOT tests across 297 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
434
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
297
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 35
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 34
Direction indicator not working 30
Footrest missing 23
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
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D550 JEL is a 1987 Yamaha Tzr in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha Tzr models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 24,401 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 Tzr fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D550 JEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Tzr typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 39 years old, this Yamaha Tzr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D550 JEL registered?

D550 JEL is a 1987 Yamaha Tzr, first registered on 21 April 1987.

Is D550 JEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D550 JEL shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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