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W487 WMA

2000 Yamaha XV250

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

45,191 mi
Last recorded45,191 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha XV2509,986 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW487 WMA
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 45,191 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 44,968 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 36,406 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

headlamp mask fitted

Pass 15 Jul 2013 36,222 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 36,168 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

rear tyre slightly soft

Fail 2 Jul 2011 35,305 miles

Front Brake lever is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 35,305 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 28,951 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 28,951 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 21,012 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 18,065 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 17,932 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 17,909 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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W487 WMA is a 2000 Yamaha XV250 in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha XV250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 9,986 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 W487 WMA, 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 26 years old, this Yamaha XV250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W487 WMA registered?

W487 WMA is a 2000 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 31 December 2000.

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The MOT history for W487 WMA shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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