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AVM 981T

1978 Honda XL250

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

16,482 mi
Last recorded16,482 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2014
Typical for 1978 Honda XL25015,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVM 981T
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2014 16,482 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 16,425 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 16,413 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 15 Jan 2011 16,252 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 16 Jan 2010 15,906 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 17 Jan 2009 15,708 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Jan 2008 15,642 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2008 15,640 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Jan 2007 15,532 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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AVM 981T is a 1978 Honda XL250 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AVM 981T, 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

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What year was AVM 981T registered?

AVM 981T is a 1978 Honda XL250, first registered on 18 October 1978.

Is AVM 981T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AVM 981T shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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