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WU04 HCY

2004 Yamaha XVS250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

12,798 mi
Last recorded12,798 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Yamaha XVS2509,499 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU04 HCY
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS250
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 12,798 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 12,795 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 15,257 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 12,339 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 11,929 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2020 11,929 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low ADJUSTED DURING TEST (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 11,487 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 10,202 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 8,881 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2012 8,243 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 6,468 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 5,410 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 5,041 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 4,762 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 4,189 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XVS250?

Based on 2,692 MOT tests across 235 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
333
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
235
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 24
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 21
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
Horn not working 11
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WU04 HCY is a 2004 Yamaha XVS250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha XVS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 9,499 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XVS250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WU04 HCY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XVS250 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 22 years old, this Yamaha XVS250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WU04 HCY registered?

WU04 HCY is a 2004 Yamaha XVS250, first registered on 24 July 2004.

Is WU04 HCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU04 HCY shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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