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M274 VBR

1995 Honda XR250

Multi-colour Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2022
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1995 Honda XR25012,309 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM274 VBR
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year1995
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2021

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

Pass 31 May 2019 37,488 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 31 May 2018 37,488 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 37,488 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 36,206 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 7 May 2013 36,206 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 15 Apr 2013 36,015 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 34,826 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 14 Apr 2012 34,826 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 26,999 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front suspension assembly slightly bent (2.3.1)

Fail 12 Jun 2010 26,999 miles

Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2008 23,265 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2008 23,265 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2006 12,814 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XR250?

Based on 10,967 MOT tests across 1,440 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
316
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
1,440
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 179
wheel bearings have excessive free play 141
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 119
Tyre is unsuitable 97
wheel bearings have excessive free play 78
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M274 VBR is a 1995 Honda XR250 in Multi-colour with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1995 Honda XR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 12,309 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 XR250 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 179 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M274 VBR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XR250 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 31 years old, this Honda XR250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M274 VBR registered?

M274 VBR is a 1995 Honda XR250, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M274 VBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M274 VBR shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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