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J271 NJR

1997 Honda XR250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Honda XR2509,300 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ271 NJR
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2012

Chain guard missing

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Oil leak

kick start damaged

Pass 16 Feb 2010 2,566 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

F Wheel weld repair OK

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

M S Tyres Fittet

N0 Indicators Fitted (single Rider)

R Lamp dim LED

R Suspension mod OK

R brake Lever Welded OK

Small reg Plate OK 15m

Fail 6 Feb 2010 2,563 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Offside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel fractured significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

R brake lever welded

R lamp/stop lamp dim LED

R suspension mod

on indicators fitted (off road rider only)

Pass 10 Jan 2009 2,170 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 1 Feb 2008 202 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 6 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2005 3 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XR250?

Based on 10,967 MOT tests across 1,440 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
316
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
1,440
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 179
wheel bearings have excessive free play 141
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 119
Tyre is unsuitable 97
wheel bearings have excessive free play 78
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J271 NJR is a 1997 Honda XR250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Honda XR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 9,300 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XR250 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 179 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J271 NJR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XR250 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 29 years old, this Honda XR250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J271 NJR registered?

J271 NJR is a 1997 Honda XR250, first registered on 20 August 1997.

Is J271 NJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J271 NJR shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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