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FRY 431V

1979 Honda XL250

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

9,065 mi
Last recorded9,065 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 1979 Honda XL25017,058 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRY 431V
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 9,065 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim Slight buckle in front wheel rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

throttle is slow returns but slow

Pass 16 Apr 2019 9,020 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 May 2018 8,927 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 8,901 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 8,881 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 8,840 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 8,813 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 8,717 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 6,459 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2009 6,459 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 14 May 2008 6,284 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 62,894 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 10 Oct 2006 6,197 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2006 6,197 miles

Front Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of the horn (1.2.2c)

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

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

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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FRY 431V is a 1979 Honda XL250 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 FRY 431V, 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 FRY 431V registered?

FRY 431V is a 1979 Honda XL250, first registered on 10 August 1979.

Is FRY 431V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FRY 431V shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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