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Husqvarna Te 250 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Husqvarna Te 250 reliable? We analysed 813 real MOT tests across 126 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 813 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
78.8%
Typical Mileage
1,923mi
Annual Mileage
204mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
23yrs

The Husqvarna Te 250 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include reflector on motorcycle missing, wheel bearings have excessive free play and wheel bearings have excessive free play. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Husqvarna Te 250.

Husqvarna Te 250 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Husqvarna Te 250. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Husqvarna Te 250 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Husqvarna Te 250 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

82.1%
2013
86.1%
2012
71%
2011
77.1%
2007
80.2%
2006
75.7%
2005
75.5%
2004
86.1%
2003

Husqvarna Te 250 Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Husqvarna Te 250 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

reflector on motorcycle missing 20
wheel bearings have excessive free play 16
wheel bearings have excessive free play 13
Tyre is unsuitable 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
wheel bearings are excessively rough 10
Horn not working 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 9
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 7

Husqvarna Te 250 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Husqvarna Te 250 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
52 mi/yr
Typical
204 mi/yr
Average
600 mi/yr
Heavy usage
456 mi/yr

Husqvarna Te 250 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Husqvarna Te 250 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2013 56 82.1% 1,412 2,094 3,086
2012 79 86.1% 1,169 1,544 2,572
2011 93 71.0% 1,051 2,070 2,846
2007 131 77.1% 1,522 2,527 4,068
2006 106 80.2% 580 1,771 2,772
2005 111 75.7% 511 1,369 3,467
2004 98 75.5% 68 1,040 3,178
2003 72 86.1% 676 2,104 5,105

How Long Does a Husqvarna Te 250 Last?

Based on 126 Husqvarna Te 250 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
10.8 years
Median
11.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
23 years

Husqvarna Te 250 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Husqvarna Te 250 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
1,923 mi
75th Percentile
3,142 mi
95th Percentile
7,729 mi
Max Recorded
31,179 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Husqvarna Te 250

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2003

86.1% MOT pass rate from 72 tests

Year to avoid
2011

71.0% MOT pass rate from 93 tests

The best year to buy a used Husqvarna Te 250 is 2003, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 86.1% across 72 tests. The 2011 model year has the lowest pass rate at 71.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Husqvarna Te 250 Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Husqvarna Te 250 THIS CAR 78.8% 813 1,923 mi 23 yrs
Husqvarna Fe 83.7% 2,916 2,587 mi 13 yrs
Husqvarna Te 82.9% 2,729 2,275 mi 15 yrs
Husqvarna SM610S 81.4% 1,821 7,841 mi 26 yrs
Lexmoto Adrenaline 125 Efi 69.1% 1,471 4,676 mi — yrs

Compared to the Husqvarna Fe (83.7% pass rate) and the Husqvarna Te (82.9% pass rate), the Husqvarna Te 250 trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Husqvarna Te 250?

The Husqvarna Te 250 has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.8% across 813 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common problems on the Husqvarna Te 250 are reflector on motorcycle missing (20 recorded failures), wheel bearings have excessive free play (16), and wheel bearings have excessive free play (13). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.

A typical Husqvarna Te 250 owner drives around 204 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Husqvarna Te 250 models stay on UK roads for around 23 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Husqvarna Te 250 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Husqvarna Te 250 reliable?
Based on 813 MOT tests, the Husqvarna Te 250 has a 78.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Husqvarna Te 250?
The most common MOT failures are reflector on motorcycle missing, wheel bearings have excessive free play, and wheel bearings have excessive free play. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Husqvarna Te 250 do per year?
The typical Husqvarna Te 250 does around 204 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Husqvarna Te 250 last?
Most Husqvarna Te 250 models stay on UK roads for around 23 years based on our analysis of 126 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Husqvarna Te 250?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Husqvarna Te 250?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Husqvarna Te 250 is 2003 with a 86.1% pass rate across 72 tests.