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ABY 297S

1978 Honda XL250S

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,012 mi
Last recorded18,012 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2006
Typical for 1978 Honda XL250S12,148 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABY 297S
MakeHonda
ModelXL250S
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 27 Feb 2006 18,012 miles

Rear Brake pedal is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

How Reliable is the Honda XL250S?

Based on 563 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
121
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
103
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Horn not working 11
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 9
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 8
Direction indicator not working 8
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ABY 297S is a 1978 Honda XL250S in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Honda XL250S models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 12,148 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XL250S fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ABY 297S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL250S typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 48 years old, this Honda XL250S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ABY 297S?

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What year was ABY 297S registered?

ABY 297S is a 1978 Honda XL250S, first registered on 4 July 1978.

Is ABY 297S safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABY 297S shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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