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F789 FPW

1989 Honda XR250

Orange Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

9,646 mi
Last recorded9,646 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Honda XR2501,985 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF789 FPW
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year1989
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 9,646 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 8,542 miles

Offside Front Upper Brake lever not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Aug 2024 8,542 miles

Central Front Inner Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Brake lever not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 7,680 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2023 7,680 miles

Central Front Upper Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Upper Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 7,003 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2022 7,003 miles

Central Rear Inner Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 6,174 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 5,681 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 4,509 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2019 4,509 miles

Central Rear Upper All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 3,393 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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F789 FPW is a 1989 Honda XR250 in Orange with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Honda XR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 1,985 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 F789 FPW, 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 37 years old, this Honda XR250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F789 FPW registered?

F789 FPW is a 1989 Honda XR250, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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