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WA03 KOD

2003 Yamaha XV250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

18,382 mi
Last recorded18,382 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XV25013,205 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA03 KOD
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2025 18,382 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 18,352 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 18,331 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 18,274 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 18,232 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 18,120 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 17,913 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 17,591 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 17,365 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 17,109 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.02mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Feb 2015 16,600 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 15,730 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 14,712 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 7 Feb 2013 14,712 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jan 2012 13,146 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 10,214 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 8,458 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 6,943 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 6,803 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2006 5,821 miles

chain dry, advise attension.

front brake pads worn low.

nail in rear tyre.

Pass 22 Mar 2006 5,664 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 5,664 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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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WA03 KOD is a 2003 Yamaha XV250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha XV250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 13,205 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 WA03 KOD, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha XV250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WA03 KOD registered?

WA03 KOD is a 2003 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 19 March 2003.

Is WA03 KOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA03 KOD shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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