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M354 DEX

1997 Honda XR250

White Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Honda XR2509,300 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM354 DEX
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2025

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 16 Jun 2023
Pass 19 Feb 2021
Fail 19 Feb 2021

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2019 282 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 207 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016

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

Pass 30 Jun 2015

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Fail 22 Jun 2015

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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 wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2013

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2012 6,019 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 10 Aug 2012 6,019 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 9 Nov 2010 5,804 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 9 Nov 2010 5,804 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 May 2008 5,570 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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M354 DEX is a 1997 Honda XR250 in White with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1997 Honda XR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 9,300 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 M354 DEX, 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 29 years old, this Honda XR250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M354 DEX registered?

M354 DEX is a 1997 Honda XR250, first registered on 8 October 1997.

Is M354 DEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M354 DEX shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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