MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
54,497 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
How Reliable is the Honda XL250?
Based on 5,320 MOT tests across 963 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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DWS 48W is a 1980 Honda XL250 in White with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.
Across all 1980 Honda XL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 18,470 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 DWS 48W, 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 46 years old, this Honda XL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was DWS 48W registered?
DWS 48W is a 1980 Honda XL250, first registered on 10 November 1980.
Is DWS 48W safe to buy?
The MOT history for DWS 48W shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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