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C299 CTR

1988 Honda XR250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1988 Honda XR2503,856 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC299 CTR
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2013

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Oct 2012

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 20 Oct 2012

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Dec 2010 19,503 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 13 Dec 2010 19,503 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 Nov 2009 16,491 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 2 Oct 2008 15,876 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 18 Sep 2008 15,863 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.2c)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2007

How Reliable is the Honda XR250?

Based on 10,967 MOT tests across 1,440 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
316
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
1,440
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 179
wheel bearings have excessive free play 141
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 119
Tyre is unsuitable 97
wheel bearings have excessive free play 78
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C299 CTR is a 1988 Honda XR250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Honda XR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 3,856 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 XR250 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 179 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C299 CTR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XR250 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 38 years old, this Honda XR250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C299 CTR registered?

C299 CTR is a 1988 Honda XR250, first registered on 7 June 1988.

Is C299 CTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C299 CTR shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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