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KMP 78W

1981 Honda XL250

White Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

8,015 mi
Last recorded8,015 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2020
Typical for 1981 Honda XL25013,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKMP 78W
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2020 8,015 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2019 7,991 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2019 7,991 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2018 7,920 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2018 7,920 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 7,897 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 7,824 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 7,697 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 7,666 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 May 2012 7,642 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 7,393 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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KMP 78W is a 1981 Honda XL250 in White with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KMP 78W, 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 KMP 78W registered?

KMP 78W is a 1981 Honda XL250, first registered on 24 February 1981.

Is KMP 78W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KMP 78W shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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