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G553 UMW

1990 Honda XR250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 1990 Honda XR25011,290 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG553 UMW
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2025

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014

Front Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

Fail 27 Feb 2014

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2012

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

Pass 31 Dec 2011 12,674 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2009 12,586 miles

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

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

Rear position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 12,032 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 11,288 miles

no indicators fitted

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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G553 UMW is a 1990 Honda XR250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 G553 UMW, 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 G553 UMW registered?

G553 UMW is a 1990 Honda XR250, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G553 UMW safe to buy?

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