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DGS 427T

1979 Honda XL250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

12,253 mi
Last recorded12,253 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2017
Typical for 1979 Honda XL25017,058 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGS 427T
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2017 12,253 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 12,253 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 12,251 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 24,119 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 24,119 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2011 24,112 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 24,112 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2008 24,112 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Fail 2 Mar 2007 24,112 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2007 24,112 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2005 24,112 miles

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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DGS 427T is a 1979 Honda XL250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1979 Honda XL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 17,058 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 XL250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DGS 427T, 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 47 years old, this Honda XL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DGS 427T?

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What year was DGS 427T registered?

DGS 427T is a 1979 Honda XL250, first registered on 23 January 1979.

Is DGS 427T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DGS 427T shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DGS 427T have outstanding finance?

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