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J153 NJR

1997 Honda XL250

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

26,437 mi
Last recorded26,437 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda XL25022,727 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ153 NJR
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2016 26,437 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2016 26,437 miles

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 26,436 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 26,421 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 15 Mar 2011 26,421 miles

Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2010 25,470 miles

Centre Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 28 Feb 2009 18,334 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 16,975 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 15,020 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 3 Mar 2007 15,020 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Mar 2006 12,976 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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J153 NJR is a 1997 Honda XL250 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 J153 NJR, 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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What year was J153 NJR registered?

J153 NJR is a 1997 Honda XL250, first registered on 10 January 1997.

Is J153 NJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J153 NJR shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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