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LR02 FYU

2002 Yamaha XV250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

19,560 mi
Last recorded19,560 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Yamaha XV25012,001 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR02 FYU
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 19,560 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 18,998 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 18,759 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2020 18,268 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 18,052 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 17,595 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 17,330 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 16,708 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 15,952 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 14,962 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 14,034 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 14,034 miles

Nearside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Fail 2 May 2012 13,315 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 2 May 2012 13,315 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 9,245 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 5,914 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 5,914 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 1,805 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 1,478 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 842 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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LR02 FYU is a 2002 Yamaha XV250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 LR02 FYU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LR02 FYU registered?

LR02 FYU is a 2002 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 1 May 2002.

Is LR02 FYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR02 FYU shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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