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HW02 KNC

2002 Yamaha YP250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

28,953 mi
Last recorded28,953 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2023
Typical for 2002 Yamaha YP25014,222 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW02 KNC
MakeYamaha
ModelYP250
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2023 28,953 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 21,452 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 19,501 miles

Offside Front front fork stantion movement

Rear slight bind on rear wheel

Pass 31 Aug 2016 19,408 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 18,846 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 18,376 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

loud exhaust

slight bind on rear brake

Fail 10 Jul 2013 17,052 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2013 17,052 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2012 16,268 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 16,268 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 15,681 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 15,681 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 15,291 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 13,479 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 13,479 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Pass 12 May 2008 10,897 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 9,994 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YP250?

Based on 14,581 MOT tests across 1,476 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
844
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
1,476
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 291
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 178
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 160
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 116
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 84
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HW02 KNC is a 2002 Yamaha YP250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha YP250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 14,222 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 YP250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 291 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HW02 KNC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YP250 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 24 years old, this Yamaha YP250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HW02 KNC registered?

HW02 KNC is a 2002 Yamaha YP250, first registered on 4 March 2002.

Is HW02 KNC safe to buy?

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