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H417 VVG

1996 Honda XL250

Blue Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

7,050 mi
Last recorded7,050 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda XL25020,564 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH417 VVG
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 7,050 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 6,960 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 5,936 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 5,223 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 5,056 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 4,513 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2016 4,513 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 4,012 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 3 Apr 2014 2,628 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.3a)

Number plate may not meet RTA requirements

Pass 3 Apr 2014 2,628 miles

Number plate may not meet RTA requirements

Pass 15 Oct 2012 99,070 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 92,016 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 86,766 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 80,060 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 73,672 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2007 66,177 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 59,069 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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H417 VVG is a 1996 Honda XL250 in Blue with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1996 Honda XL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 20,564 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 H417 VVG, 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 30 years old, this Honda XL250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H417 VVG?

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What year was H417 VVG registered?

H417 VVG is a 1996 Honda XL250, first registered on 13 September 1996.

Is H417 VVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for H417 VVG shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H417 VVG have outstanding finance?

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