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BTH 189V

1979 Honda XL250

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,255 mi
Last recorded28,255 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 1979 Honda XL25017,058 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTH 189V
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 4 Apr 2026 28,255 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 28,038 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 27,874 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 27,665 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 27,614 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 27,576 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 271,881 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 26,950 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 26,481 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 25,717 miles

Oil leak

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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BTH 189V is a 1979 Honda XL250 in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Honda XL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 17,058 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 BTH 189V, 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 47 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 BTH 189V registered?

BTH 189V is a 1979 Honda XL250, first registered on 8 November 1979.

Is BTH 189V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTH 189V shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BTH 189V have outstanding finance?

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