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WM02 BVA

2002 Yamaha XV250

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

20,447 mi
Last recorded20,447 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2021
Typical for 2002 Yamaha XV25012,001 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM02 BVA
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2021 20,447 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 20,442 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2014 19,002 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2014 19,002 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2013 16,130 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Fail 7 Jun 2013 16,130 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 13,166 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 12,312 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 12,312 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2010 11,427 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 9,756 miles

Pass light inoperative

Speedo cable holder loose

Pass 28 Aug 2008 9,617 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 9,617 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2007 6,591 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2006 4,434 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2006 4,434 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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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WM02 BVA is a 2002 Yamaha XV250 in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 WM02 BVA, 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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WM02 BVA is a 2002 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 26 July 2002.

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