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NL02 SWV

2002 Yamaha XV250

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

20,562 mi
Last recorded20,562 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Yamaha XV25012,001 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL02 SWV
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 20,562 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 20,459 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 20,402 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 18,733 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2018 18,721 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 18,585 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 18,388 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 18,198 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 18,198 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 14,473 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 14,473 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 6,226 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 1,364 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2011 1,322 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2011 1,322 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 1,183 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 903 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 272 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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NL02 SWV is a 2002 Yamaha XV250 in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 NL02 SWV, 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 NL02 SWV registered?

NL02 SWV is a 2002 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 2 April 2002.

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The MOT history for NL02 SWV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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