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GBW 416V

1991 Honda XL250S

Purple Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

2,387 mi
Last recorded2,387 miles
Recorded on17 May 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBW 416V
MakeHonda
ModelXL250S
Year1991
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2016 2,387 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 2,387 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 May 2015 2,220 miles
Fail 11 May 2015 2,220 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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))

Pass 3 Jun 2014 1,849 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 1,207 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL250S?

Based on 563 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
121
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
103
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Horn not working 11
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 9
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 8
Direction indicator not working 8
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GBW 416V is a 1991 Honda XL250S in Purple with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Honda XL250S fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GBW 416V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL250S typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 35 years old, this Honda XL250S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of GBW 416V?

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What year was GBW 416V registered?

GBW 416V is a 1991 Honda XL250S, first registered on 24 May 1991.

Is GBW 416V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBW 416V shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GBW 416V have outstanding finance?

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