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H335 BGN

1997 Honda XL250

White Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

41,292 mi
Last recorded41,292 miles
Recorded on2 May 2020
Typical for 1997 Honda XL25022,727 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH335 BGN
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Fail 2 May 2020 41,292 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Wheel corroded to the extent that control of the motorcycle is likely to be adversely affected (5.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel corroded to the extent that control of the motorcycle is likely to be adversely affected (5.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Apr 2018 41,274 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 41,181 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 41,173 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 40,389 miles

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2013 39,038 miles

Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 38,298 miles

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2006 37,888 miles

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

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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H335 BGN is a 1997 Honda XL250 in White with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Honda XL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 22,727 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 H335 BGN, 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 29 years old, this Honda XL250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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H335 BGN is a 1997 Honda XL250, first registered on 3 December 1997.

Is H335 BGN safe to buy?

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