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DK03 TSU

2003 Honda XR250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

19,545 mi
Last recorded19,545 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Honda XR2508,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK03 TSU
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2024 19,545 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 18,971 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 18,276 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 15,511 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 15,490 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 13,829 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 9,399 miles

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

No Indicators Fitted At Time Of Test

Fail 17 Jul 2015 9,398 miles

Centre Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

No Indicators Fitted At Time Of Test

Pass 27 Jun 2014 8,375 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2012 8,308 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

No lights fitted at time of test

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

lamps masked off day light test only

Pass 29 Aug 2012 8,308 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

No lights fitted at time of test

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

lamps masked off day light test only

Pass 28 Jul 2011 8,157 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 7,226 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 6,500 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 10 Feb 2009 6,500 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 6,421 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 5,508 miles

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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DK03 TSU is a 2003 Honda XR250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2003 Honda XR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 8,286 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 DK03 TSU, 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 23 years old, this Honda XR250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DK03 TSU registered?

DK03 TSU is a 2003 Honda XR250, first registered on 21 May 2003.

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