Husqvarna WR250 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Husqvarna WR250 car check
Is the Husqvarna WR250 reliable? We analysed 721 real MOT tests across 140 vehicles to find out.
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The Husqvarna WR250 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include reflector on motorcycle missing, tyre is unsuitable and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Husqvarna WR250.
Husqvarna WR250 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Husqvarna WR250. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Husqvarna WR250 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Husqvarna WR250 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Husqvarna WR250 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Husqvarna WR250 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Husqvarna WR250 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Husqvarna WR250 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Husqvarna WR250 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Husqvarna WR250 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 51 | 78.4% | 676 | 1,214 | 3,644 |
| 2006 | 67 | 82.1% | 184 | 860 | 1,654 |
| 2005 | 77 | 77.9% | 157 | 892 | 1,253 |
| 2004 | 66 | 80.3% | 595 | 2,955 | 6,822 |
| 2003 | 69 | 71.0% | 158 | 817 | 1,804 |
| 2002 | 50 | 66.0% | 16 | 520 | 5,720 |
How Long Does a Husqvarna WR250 Last?
Based on 140 Husqvarna WR250 vehicles on UK roads.
Husqvarna WR250 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Husqvarna WR250 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Husqvarna WR250
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
82.1% MOT pass rate from 67 tests
66.0% MOT pass rate from 50 tests
The best year to buy a used Husqvarna WR250 is 2006, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 82.1% across 67 tests. The 2002 model year has the lowest pass rate at 66.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Husqvarna WR250 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Husqvarna WR250 THIS CAR | 78.5% | 721 | 2,081 mi | 24 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 |
| Mercedes E220 CDI Avantgarde Auto | 69.8% | 597 | 157,112 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Husqvarna Fe (83.7% pass rate) and the Husqvarna Te (82.9% pass rate), the Husqvarna WR250 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Husqvarna WR250Should you buy a used Husqvarna WR250?
The Husqvarna WR250 has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.5% across 721 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 WR250 are reflector on motorcycle missing (20 recorded failures), tyre is unsuitable (19), and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (18). 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 WR250 owner drives around 203 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 WR250 models stay on UK roads for around 24 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.