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FD02 TCV

2002 Yamaha XV250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

16,670 mi
Last recorded16,670 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Yamaha XV25012,001 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD02 TCV
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 16,670 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2025 16,358 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2025 16,358 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2018 15,775 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 15,660 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 15,040 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 14,480 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 11,587 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 10,166 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 9,321 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2010 8,559 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2010 8,559 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2008 5,240 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2008 5,240 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Fail 22 Aug 2006 4,290 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 22 Aug 2006 4,290 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2005 3,831 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2005 3,831 miles

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

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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FD02 TCV is a 2002 Yamaha XV250 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 XV250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 12,001 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 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 FD02 TCV, 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 FD02 TCV registered?

FD02 TCV is a 2002 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 1 July 2002.

Is FD02 TCV safe to buy?

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