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KX03 HWB

2003 Yamaha XVS250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

17,382 mi
Last recorded17,382 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2024
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XVS2508,214 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX03 HWB
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS250
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2024 17,382 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 17,339 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 17,328 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 17,323 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 16,673 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 15,231 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 13,980 miles
Fail 22 May 2017 13,980 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2016 12,662 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 11,495 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 10,100 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 8,717 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2012 8,443 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 6,244 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 5,647 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 5,232 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 5,232 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 15 May 2008 3,907 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 2,499 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 168 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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KX03 HWB is a 2003 Yamaha XVS250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha XVS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.9% with a typical mileage of 8,214 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 KX03 HWB, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha XVS250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KX03 HWB registered?

KX03 HWB is a 2003 Yamaha XVS250, first registered on 7 May 2003.

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