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E608 EBW

1998 Honda XR250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

24,008 mi
Last recorded24,008 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda XR2509,228 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE608 EBW
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2024 24,008 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2023 23,660 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 23,158 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 22,521 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 22,460 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 22,077 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 21,829 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 21,283 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 19,530 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 18,879 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Oct 2006 18,444 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2006 18,444 miles

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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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E608 EBW is a 1998 Honda XR250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1998 Honda XR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 9,228 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 E608 EBW, 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 28 years old, this Honda XR250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E608 EBW registered?

E608 EBW is a 1998 Honda XR250, first registered on 7 December 1998.

Is E608 EBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E608 EBW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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