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C551 CTR

1986 Honda XR250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2020
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,193 mi
Last recorded17,193 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2019
Typical for 1986 Honda XR2507,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC551 CTR
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2019 17,193 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 16,839 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2016 6,378 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 7 Jan 2016 6,378 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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C551 CTR is a 1986 Honda XR250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1986 Honda XR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 7,286 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 C551 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 40 years old, this Honda XR250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C551 CTR?

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What year was C551 CTR registered?

C551 CTR is a 1986 Honda XR250, first registered on 7 February 1986.

Is C551 CTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C551 CTR 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.

Does C551 CTR have outstanding finance?

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