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AV02 UBY

2002 Yamaha XV250

Black Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

15,482 mi
Last recorded15,482 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2025
Typical for 2002 Yamaha XV25012,001 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV02 UBY
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2025 15,482 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 May 2023 15,339 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 15,267 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 15,101 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 17 Apr 2021 15,101 miles

Handlebar retaining device missing Both mounts locking devices missing (2.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 14,709 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 14,090 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 12,105 miles

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

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 9,534 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2014 7,870 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 5,901 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 5,153 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 3,776 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 2,423 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 2,387 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 2,331 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 2,000 miles

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 UBY is a 2002 Yamaha XV250 in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 UBY, 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.

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What year was AV02 UBY registered?

AV02 UBY is a 2002 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 7 August 2002.

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