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C148 BFB

1985 Honda XL250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

45,186 mi
Last recorded45,186 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2015
Typical for 1985 Honda XL25028,162 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC148 BFB
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2015 45,186 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2014 45,068 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 16 Mar 2013 45,036 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 44,932 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 44,657 miles
Pass 31 May 2005 44,247 miles
Fail 27 May 2005 44,230 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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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C148 BFB is a 1985 Honda XL250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1985 Honda XL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 28,162 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 C148 BFB, 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 41 years old, this Honda XL250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C148 BFB registered?

C148 BFB is a 1985 Honda XL250, first registered on 18 November 1985.

Is C148 BFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C148 BFB shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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