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E926 RAT

1987 Yamaha TZR250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,776 mi
Last recorded23,776 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 1987 Yamaha TZR25020,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE926 RAT
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR250
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 23,776 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2025 23,766 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Dec 2023 23,746 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 23,628 miles

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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E926 RAT is a 1987 Yamaha TZR250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 E926 RAT, 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 E926 RAT registered?

E926 RAT is a 1987 Yamaha TZR250, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E926 RAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for E926 RAT 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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