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JHX 833W

1981 Honda XL250

White Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

16,691 mi
Last recorded16,691 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2019
Typical for 1981 Honda XL25013,993 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHX 833W
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2019 16,691 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2019 16,689 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2013 16,623 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 16,623 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2012 16,847 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 16,419 miles

advise front tyre atarting to crack on side wall no ply or cords exposed

Pass 7 Jun 2008 16,264 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 15,954 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2006 14,546 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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JHX 833W is a 1981 Honda XL250 in White with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1981 Honda XL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 13,993 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 JHX 833W, 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 45 years old, this Honda XL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JHX 833W registered?

JHX 833W is a 1981 Honda XL250, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is JHX 833W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JHX 833W shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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