MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
50,140 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Bulb horn fitted. although electric horn works a little
No indicators fitted at the time of test
Fork stanchions slight pitting
Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))
Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired inner lens dull slightly (1.2.3a)
Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired inner mirror lens faded slightly (1.2.3a)
Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)
fuel cap seal has small cracks in rubber but not in sealing face
Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)
Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))
Rear Registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)
Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Centre Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Honda XL250?
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LAD 256V is a 1980 Honda XL250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.
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 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 LAD 256V, 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.
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LAD 256V is a 1980 Honda XL250, first registered on 1 May 1980.
Is LAD 256V safe to buy?
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