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WV52 DRO

2003 Yamaha XVS250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

9,831 mi
Last recorded9,831 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XVS2508,214 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV52 DRO
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS250
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 9,831 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 8,019 miles
Pass 9 May 2020 7,975 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 7,553 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2017 7,115 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 6,849 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2016 6,842 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Dec 2015 6,760 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 6,694 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 6,392 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 5,783 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2011 5,168 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2010 4,567 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2010 4,560 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 12 Dec 2009 4,320 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2009 4,320 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Dec 2008 3,558 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 3,286 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 2,762 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 2,049 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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WV52 DRO is a 2003 Yamaha XVS250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha XVS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.9% with a typical mileage of 8,214 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 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 WV52 DRO, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha XVS250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WV52 DRO registered?

WV52 DRO is a 2003 Yamaha XVS250, first registered on 28 January 2003.

Is WV52 DRO safe to buy?

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