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AEL 437T

1978 Honda XL250

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,063 mi
Last recorded12,063 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2017
Typical for 1978 Honda XL25015,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAEL 437T
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2017 12,063 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 11,946 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 11,758 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2015 11,749 miles

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

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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AEL 437T is a 1978 Honda XL250 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 Honda XL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 15,160 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 AEL 437T, 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 48 years old, this Honda XL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AEL 437T?

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What year was AEL 437T registered?

AEL 437T is a 1978 Honda XL250, first registered on 19 September 1978.

Is AEL 437T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AEL 437T shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AEL 437T have outstanding finance?

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