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YK03 HNV

2003 Yamaha XV250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2015
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

21,557 mi
Last recorded21,557 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2014
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XV25013,205 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK03 HNV
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2014 21,557 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 21,557 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 15 Apr 2013 19,883 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 19,883 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 May 2012 17,633 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2012 17,633 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Feb 2011 16,245 miles

Centre Rear Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 21 Feb 2011 16,245 miles

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

Centre Rear Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Feb 2010 14,366 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 18 Feb 2010 14,366 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 12,585 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 11 Feb 2008 10,753 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 8,823 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2007 8,823 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Apr 2006 6,796 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 6,796 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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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YK03 HNV is a 2003 Yamaha XV250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YK03 HNV, 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 YK03 HNV registered?

YK03 HNV is a 2003 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 7 May 2003.

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