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SV51 AHU

2001 Yamaha XVS250

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,464 mi
Last recorded11,464 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XVS2509,782 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV51 AHU
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS250
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 12 Aug 2025 11,464 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 11,094 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 10,454 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 9,189 miles

headlamp mask fitted

Pass 10 Aug 2021 8,266 miles

Front Headlight mask fitted

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Small slice in the rear tyre

Pass 13 Aug 2020 7,705 miles

headlamp mask fitted

Pass 17 Apr 2019 5,846 miles

Riders seat slightly loose o/s bolt snapped off (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

headlamp mask fitted

Pass 16 Feb 2018 5,374 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 5,235 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 4,459 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 3,678 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 3,464 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 1,893 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 1,720 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 1,681 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 17 May 2006 1,670 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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SV51 AHU is a 2001 Yamaha XVS250 in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha XVS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 9,782 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 SV51 AHU, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha XVS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SV51 AHU registered?

SV51 AHU is a 2001 Yamaha XVS250, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is SV51 AHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV51 AHU shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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