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JKM 524Y

1983 Honda XL250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2023
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

45,340 mi
Last recorded45,340 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2022
Typical for 1983 Honda XL25020,313 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJKM 524Y
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2022 45,340 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 45,187 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 45,120 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 45,097 miles

Front Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Nearside Oil leak

Pass 4 Jun 2016 44,876 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 5 Jun 2015 44,872 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 44,872 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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JKM 524Y is a 1983 Honda XL250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1983 Honda XL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 20,313 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 JKM 524Y, 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 43 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 JKM 524Y registered?

JKM 524Y is a 1983 Honda XL250, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is JKM 524Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for JKM 524Y shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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