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RA02 AXC

2002 Yamaha XV250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

14,565 mi
Last recorded14,565 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Yamaha XV25012,001 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA02 AXC
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 14,565 miles

Drive chain slightly tight REAR TYRE CRACKED (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 14,534 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 14,488 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 14,426 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2022 14,426 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2021 13,954 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 13,868 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 13,827 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 13,695 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 13,498 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 12,931 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 12,849 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 12,352 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 10,584 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 10,584 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jun 2011 10,519 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 10,519 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2010 3,667 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 3,557 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 3,479 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 3,437 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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RA02 AXC is a 2002 Yamaha XV250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RA02 AXC, 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 RA02 AXC registered?

RA02 AXC is a 2002 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 1 May 2002.

Is RA02 AXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA02 AXC shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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