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J885 PBT

2008 Honda XL250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

74,118 mi
Last recorded74,118 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ885 PBT
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2017 74,118 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 52,176 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

used during day light hours only & not used at times of seriously reduced visibility

Fail 30 Sep 2013 52,024 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Rear Brake rod slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 21,687 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 21,687 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 25 May 2010 12,934 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 12,803 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2007 12,093 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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J885 PBT is a 2008 Honda XL250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J885 PBT, 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 18 years old, this Honda XL250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was J885 PBT registered?

J885 PBT is a 2008 Honda XL250, first registered on 7 July 2008.

Is J885 PBT safe to buy?

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