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FY02 KLC

2002 Yamaha XVS250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

11,381 mi
Last recorded11,381 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Yamaha XVS2507,548 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY02 KLC
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS250
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 11,381 miles

front fork dust seals perished

front tyre 2007

rear tyre 2006

Pass 1 May 2019 11,372 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 11,352 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 11,238 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.2c)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 11,094 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 10,907 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 10,526 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 10,496 miles

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

Fail 19 Jan 2011 10,496 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2009 8,635 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 8,616 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

An item not tested (Manual)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 Sep 2008 7,695 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 6,057 miles

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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FY02 KLC is a 2002 Yamaha XVS250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FY02 KLC, 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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FY02 KLC is a 2002 Yamaha XVS250, first registered on 19 March 2002.

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