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C730 HHD

1985 Honda XR250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2025
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

487 mi
Last recorded487 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2024
Typical for 1985 Honda XR2501,187 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC730 HHD
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2024 487 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023
Pass 26 May 2022

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

No indicators fitted at time of test.

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Fail 24 May 2022

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle identification number incomplete (0.2 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

No indicators fitted at time of test.

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Fail 26 Apr 2021

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Central Front Vehicle identification number not legible (0.2 (b))

Central Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak mono shock oil leak at main shaft (5.3.2 (b))

Central Rear Stop lamp not working front brake light switch not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Stop lamp not working rear brake light switch not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake component modification unsafe rear hose from fluid reservoir to master cylinder rubbing on exhaust pipe (1.1.21 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Central Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2012

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

brake lever pivot near end of travel

clutch lever pivots slightly worn

Fail 20 Nov 2012

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

clutch lever pivots slightly worn

Pass 17 Oct 2011
Fail 13 Oct 2011

Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2009 3,365 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

slight play in clutch lever pivots

Pass 10 Jan 2008 2,844 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2008 2,833 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of the horn (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of the horn (1.2.2c)

Offside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 17 Mar 2006 1,989 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2006 1,963 miles

Brake lever is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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C730 HHD is a 1985 Honda XR250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1985 Honda XR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 1,187 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 C730 HHD, 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 41 years old, this Honda XR250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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C730 HHD is a 1985 Honda XR250, first registered on 1 September 1985.

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