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J169 TBA

1999 Honda XL250

Green Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,855 mi
Last recorded27,855 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 Honda XL25024,211 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ169 TBA
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 19 Jul 2025 27,855 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 27,854 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 27,854 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 26,074 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 May 2008 23,989 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 23,259 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 4 May 2006 22,035 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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J169 TBA is a 1999 Honda XL250 in Green with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Honda XL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 24,211 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 J169 TBA, 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 27 years old, this Honda XL250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J169 TBA registered?

J169 TBA is a 1999 Honda XL250, first registered on 5 May 1999.

Is J169 TBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for J169 TBA shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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