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DG02 JHE

2002 Yamaha XVS250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

18,336 mi
Last recorded18,336 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2023
Typical for 2002 Yamaha XVS2507,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG02 JHE
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS250
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2023 18,336 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 17,907 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 23 Jun 2022 17,906 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 May 2019 17,838 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 May 2018 16,978 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 15,634 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 14,369 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 13,260 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 8 May 2014 12,408 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 8 May 2014 12,408 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 11,316 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 10,478 miles

Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 12 May 2011 8,911 miles

Front Decelerometer brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.E1d)

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

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

Pass 12 May 2011 8,911 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 6,607 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 6,607 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 11 May 2006 5,815 miles

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

Fail 8 Mar 2006 5,809 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha XVS250?

Based on 2,692 MOT tests across 235 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
333
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
235
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 24
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 21
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
Horn not working 11
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DG02 JHE is a 2002 Yamaha XVS250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha XVS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 7,548 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 XVS250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DG02 JHE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XVS250 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 24 years old, this Yamaha XVS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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DG02 JHE is a 2002 Yamaha XVS250, first registered on 9 March 2002.

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