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EDG 161T

1979 Honda XL250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,274 mi
Last recorded24,274 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2018
Typical for 1979 Honda XL25017,058 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEDG 161T
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2018 24,274 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 18 Jul 2018 24,274 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2015 23,556 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 18 Sep 2015 23,556 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 May 2014 23,252 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

no idicators fitted at time of test

Pass 24 Oct 2012 23,257 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

no indicators fitted at time of test

Pass 5 Jul 2011 22,988 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2010 22,776 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 22,486 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 21,898 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

no indicators fitted at time of test

Fail 10 Mar 2008 21,898 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.3.5a)

no indicators fitted at time of test

Pass 13 Sep 2006 21,331 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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EDG 161T is a 1979 Honda XL250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EDG 161T, 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.

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What year was EDG 161T registered?

EDG 161T is a 1979 Honda XL250, first registered on 12 June 1979.

Is EDG 161T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EDG 161T shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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