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B379 MDP

2003 Honda XL250

Red Petrol 245cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

17,907 mi
Last recorded17,907 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Honda XL25017,434 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB379 MDP
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine245cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2021 17,907 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2021 17,907 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Aug 2020 17,452 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2020 17,452 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 May 2017 17,258 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 16,898 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 16,898 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2011 16,898 miles

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Nov 2011 16,898 miles

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 15 May 2008 15,308 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Feb 2007 14,718 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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B379 MDP is a 2003 Honda XL250 in Red with a 245cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Honda XL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 17,434 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 B379 MDP, 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 23 years old, this Honda XL250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was B379 MDP registered?

B379 MDP is a 2003 Honda XL250, first registered on 1 October 2003.

Is B379 MDP safe to buy?

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