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KVH 121T

1978 Honda XL250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

15,480 mi
Last recorded15,480 miles
Recorded on26 May 2018
Typical for 1978 Honda XL25015,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKVH 121T
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 May 2018 15,480 miles
Fail 26 May 2018 15,480 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 30 Apr 2015 15,042 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 15,042 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 13,982 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Fail 28 Apr 2014 13,982 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2011 13,303 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 13,213 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2008 13,134 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2008 13,115 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 13,000 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2007 12,984 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2006 12,840 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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KVH 121T is a 1978 Honda XL250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1978 Honda XL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 15,160 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 KVH 121T, 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 48 years old, this Honda XL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KVH 121T?

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What year was KVH 121T registered?

KVH 121T is a 1978 Honda XL250, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is KVH 121T safe to buy?

The MOT history for KVH 121T shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KVH 121T have outstanding finance?

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