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G516 YAE

1990 Honda XR250

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

7,909 mi
Last recorded7,909 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1990 Honda XR25011,290 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG516 YAE
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 7,909 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Feb 2025 7,670 miles

Chain guard missing ()

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

Fail 13 Feb 2025 7,670 miles

Chain guard missing ()

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

Drive chain horseshoe locking device likely to become detached (6.1.7 (j) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 5,100 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2021 3,210 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

NOTE: THIS VEHICLE IS FOR DAYTIME USE ONLY.

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Jun 2020 2,741 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing Rear shock slightly reduced damping (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 3 Jun 2020 2,741 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing Rear shock slightly reduced damping (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 2,524 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play when wheel raised up (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing slightly reduced damping (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 Mar 2019 2,524 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable not for highway use marked on side wall (5.2.3 (a))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play when wheel raised up (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing slightly reduced damping (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 May 2017 2,298 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 2,295 miles

Enduro Motorcycle not fitted with indicators.

Front sprocket cover missing

Fail 9 Jan 2016 2,295 miles

Enduro Motorcycle not fitted with indicators.

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Front sprocket cover missing

Front Brake component has an inadequate repair Front brake pads fitted incorrectly. (3.1.5)

Fail 17 Oct 2015 2,295 miles

Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Front Tyre is unsuitable Marked "Not for highway use" (4.1.1)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 2,259 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 2,259 miles

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

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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G516 YAE is a 1990 Honda XR250 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1990 Honda XR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 11,290 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 G516 YAE, 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 36 years old, this Honda XR250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G516 YAE registered?

G516 YAE is a 1990 Honda XR250, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G516 YAE safe to buy?

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