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A813 OBS

1984 Honda XL250

White Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2021
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

16,629 mi
Last recorded16,629 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2020
Typical for 1984 Honda XL25019,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA813 OBS
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2020 16,629 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Mar 2020 16,629 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2016 16,454 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 10 May 2016 16,454 miles

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))

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Feb 2015 15,814 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 15,600 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 15,307 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Honda XL250?

Based on 5,320 MOT tests across 963 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
193
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
963
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 64
Horn not working 46
reflector on motorcycle missing 44
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 43
Direction indicators not working 34
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A813 OBS is a 1984 Honda XL250 in White with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1984 Honda XL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 19,358 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 Honda XL250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A813 OBS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL250 typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 42 years old, this Honda XL250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A813 OBS registered?

A813 OBS is a 1984 Honda XL250, first registered on 3 February 1984.

Is A813 OBS safe to buy?

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