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BEG 231Y

1982 Honda XL250S

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,225 mi
Last recorded17,225 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBEG 231Y
MakeHonda
ModelXL250S
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2008 17,225 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 16,466 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2005 16,191 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2005 16,191 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

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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BEG 231Y is a 1982 Honda XL250S in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BEG 231Y, 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 44 years old, this Honda XL250S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BEG 231Y registered?

BEG 231Y is a 1982 Honda XL250S, first registered on 17 August 1982.

Is BEG 231Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BEG 231Y 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.

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