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G796 UMW

2005 Honda XL250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

22,547 mi
Last recorded22,547 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Honda XL25026,059 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG796 UMW
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2017 22,547 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 20,019 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2016 20,019 miles

Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 18,366 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 18,366 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2009 16,930 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 14,423 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 10,977 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2006 6,698 miles

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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G796 UMW is a 2005 Honda XL250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2005 Honda XL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 26,059 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 G796 UMW, 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 21 years old, this Honda XL250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was G796 UMW registered?

G796 UMW is a 2005 Honda XL250, first registered on 24 October 2005.

Is G796 UMW safe to buy?

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