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RV02 VNX

2002 Yamaha XV250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

26,704 mi
Last recorded26,704 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Yamaha XV25012,001 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV02 VNX
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 26,704 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 26,696 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 May 2023 26,151 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 25,965 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2020 25,606 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2018 24,835 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2017 24,244 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2017 24,219 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2016 23,722 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2015 22,972 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 21,769 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 20,848 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 19,690 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 8 Jul 2010 17,581 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 10,268 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 6,245 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2007 2,691 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2005 962 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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RV02 VNX is a 2002 Yamaha XV250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RV02 VNX, 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 RV02 VNX registered?

RV02 VNX is a 2002 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 3 April 2002.

Is RV02 VNX safe to buy?

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