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CGF 798X

1981 Honda XL250S

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2022
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,819 mi
Last recorded18,819 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2021
Typical for 1981 Honda XL250S18,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCGF 798X
MakeHonda
ModelXL250S
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 30 Mar 2021 18,819 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 18,724 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 18,689 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 18,657 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 18,585 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 18,491 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 18,455 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 18,406 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 18,324 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 18,077 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 17,995 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL250S?

Based on 563 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
121
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
103
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Horn not working 11
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 9
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 8
Direction indicator not working 8
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CGF 798X is a 1981 Honda XL250S in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Honda XL250S models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 18,608 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XL250S fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CGF 798X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL250S typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 45 years old, this Honda XL250S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CGF 798X registered?

CGF 798X is a 1981 Honda XL250S, first registered on 1 September 1981.

Is CGF 798X safe to buy?

The MOT history for CGF 798X shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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