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A987 AAM

1984 Honda XL250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,902 mi
Last recorded41,902 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2017
Typical for 1984 Honda XL25019,358 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA987 AAM
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2017 41,902 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 41,886 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 41,886 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2014 41,886 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 41,882 miles

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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A987 AAM is a 1984 Honda XL250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 A987 AAM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A987 AAM registered?

A987 AAM is a 1984 Honda XL250, first registered on 7 June 1984.

Is A987 AAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A987 AAM shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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