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GAA 422W

1980 Honda XL250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2019
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

2,106 mi
Last recorded2,106 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2018
Typical for 1980 Honda XL25018,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAA 422W
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2018 2,106 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 1,446 miles

head and tail lights poor

Pass 28 Jan 2016 1,425 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 28 Jan 2016 1,425 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 1,419 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 2 Apr 2013 1,419 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 978 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2012 978 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 970 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 11 Oct 2010 970 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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GAA 422W is a 1980 Honda XL250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1980 Honda XL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 18,470 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 GAA 422W, 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 46 years old, this Honda XL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GAA 422W registered?

GAA 422W is a 1980 Honda XL250, first registered on 1 November 1980.

Is GAA 422W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAA 422W shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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