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EKE 846Y

1983 Honda XL250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

19,848 mi
Last recorded19,848 miles
Recorded on31 May 2022
Typical for 1983 Honda XL25020,313 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEKE 846Y
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2022 19,848 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 14,991 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 28 May 2021 14,991 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 May 2020 14,452 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 14,091 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 13,852 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 18 Sep 2009 12,757 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 12,757 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 12,509 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Sep 2006 12,138 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 12,138 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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EKE 846Y is a 1983 Honda XL250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1983 Honda XL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 20,313 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 EKE 846Y, 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 43 years old, this Honda XL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EKE 846Y registered?

EKE 846Y is a 1983 Honda XL250, first registered on 22 January 1983.

Is EKE 846Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for EKE 846Y shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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