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E250 ROX

1987 Yamaha TZR250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

12,570 mi
Last recorded12,570 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 1987 Yamaha TZR25020,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE250 ROX
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR250
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 12,570 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 23 Aug 2025 12,570 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2024 12,324 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 12,451 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 11,971 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2017 11,971 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 11,556 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 11,015 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 10,955 miles

rear chainguard missing

Fail 21 Jul 2006 10,951 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

chain guard missing

rea\r brake lever touching mount bolt

wiring fouling steering,

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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E250 ROX is a 1987 Yamaha TZR250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha TZR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 20,416 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 E250 ROX, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha TZR250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E250 ROX registered?

E250 ROX is a 1987 Yamaha TZR250, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E250 ROX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E250 ROX shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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