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AV02 MKM

2002 Yamaha XV250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

23,801 mi
Last recorded23,801 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Yamaha XV25012,001 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV02 MKM
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 23,801 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 23,476 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 22,989 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 22,481 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 21,764 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 21,053 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 20,708 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 19,425 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2019 19,406 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2018 18,172 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 17,100 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 15,204 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 14,532 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 13,425 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 13,401 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 13,373 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 13,115 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 12,412 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 12,355 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 12,324 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 12,236 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2006 12,236 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XV250?

Based on 5,249 MOT tests across 526 vehicles.

84.8%
Pass Rate
276
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
526
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 82
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 58
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 54
Drive chain excessively loose 33
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 25
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AV02 MKM is a 2002 Yamaha XV250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha XV250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 12,001 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XV250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 82 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV02 MKM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XV250 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 24 years old, this Yamaha XV250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV02 MKM registered?

AV02 MKM is a 2002 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 1 May 2002.

Is AV02 MKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV02 MKM shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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