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FA04 FYE

2004 Honda XR250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

Typical for 2004 Honda XR2506,208 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA04 FYE
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2025
Pass 9 Jan 2024

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 12,705 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 11,687 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 10,872 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Mar 2020 9,546 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Mar 2020 9,544 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 9,106 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 8,555 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 7,905 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 7,007 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

chain guard missing

Fail 8 Mar 2014 5,212 miles

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 8 Mar 2014 5,212 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 1,625 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 1,592 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 1,407 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2010 1,407 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 1,330 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 855 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 267 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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FA04 FYE is a 2004 Honda XR250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2004 Honda XR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 6,208 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 FA04 FYE, 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 22 years old, this Honda XR250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FA04 FYE registered?

FA04 FYE is a 2004 Honda XR250, first registered on 1 July 2004.

Is FA04 FYE safe to buy?

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