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FPG 237V

1979 Honda XL250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,429 mi
Last recorded43,429 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2017
Typical for 1979 Honda XL25017,058 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPG 237V
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 30 Sep 2017 43,429 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

exhaust condition

Pass 8 Oct 2016 43,297 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 42,995 miles

front wheel bearings

Pass 2 Jul 2014 42,200 miles

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

footbrake pivot worn

swing arm slight wear

Pass 2 Jul 2013 41,880 miles

front brake adjustment

handlebars condition

swing arm slight wear

Pass 3 Jul 2012 40,990 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

front tyre condition

Pass 13 Nov 2010 40,503 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 40,006 miles

rear brake pedal pivot worn

Pass 27 Jun 2007 39,460 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 38,075 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

front tyre covered in silicone

rear brake effort low

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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FPG 237V is a 1979 Honda XL250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 FPG 237V, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FPG 237V registered?

FPG 237V is a 1979 Honda XL250, first registered on 27 November 1979.

Is FPG 237V safe to buy?

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