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KFP 656V

1980 Honda XL250

White Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2020
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

24,575 mi
Last recorded24,575 miles
Recorded on18 May 2019
Typical for 1980 Honda XL25018,470 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKFP 656V
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2019 24,575 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 24,521 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2016 24,024 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 16 Sep 2016 24,024 miles

Brake lever is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 24,038 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 24,023 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2013 23,279 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2013 23,279 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 12 Mar 2010 23,151 miles

Nearside Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 23,151 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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KFP 656V is a 1980 Honda XL250 in White with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1980 Honda XL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 18,470 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 KFP 656V, 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 46 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 KFP 656V registered?

KFP 656V is a 1980 Honda XL250, first registered on 12 May 1980.

Is KFP 656V safe to buy?

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