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FLE 609Y

1983 Honda XL250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,078 mi
Last recorded6,078 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 1983 Honda XL25020,313 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFLE 609Y
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 29 Sep 2025 6,078 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 6,007 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2022 5,833 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2021 5,791 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2020 5,755 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 5,672 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 4,466 miles

Rear tyre perished

Pass 27 Apr 2017 3,320 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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FLE 609Y is a 1983 Honda XL250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FLE 609Y, 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

How do I check the history of FLE 609Y?

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What year was FLE 609Y registered?

FLE 609Y is a 1983 Honda XL250, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is FLE 609Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FLE 609Y shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FLE 609Y have outstanding finance?

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