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G385 SAA

2002 Honda XR250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2025
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Honda XR2508,279 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG385 SAA
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2024

Offside Lower Slight oil leak

Fail 16 Oct 2024

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Lower Slight oil leak

Pass 3 Jun 2017 8 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play linkage bearings (2.4.A2a(i))

engine smoking

fuel tank rear mount loose

Fail 2 Jun 2017 8 miles

Brake lever attachment screws loose locknut missing (3.1.2b)

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. both (2.1.1c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play linkage bearings (2.4.A2a(i))

engine smoking

fuel tank rear mount loose

Pass 18 Jun 2016

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play Bottom shock bearing (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 3 Jun 2016

Direction indicator missing All indicators (1.5.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play Bottom shock bearing (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 Feb 2015 74 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

General condition represents age of vehicle

Oil leak

Fail 31 Jan 2015 65 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

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

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

General condition represents age of vehicle

Pass 14 Oct 2008
Fail 26 Sep 2008

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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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G385 SAA is a 2002 Honda XR250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2002 Honda XR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 8,279 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 G385 SAA, 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 24 years old, this Honda XR250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G385 SAA registered?

G385 SAA is a 2002 Honda XR250, first registered on 24 April 2002.

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