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MRG 489R

1976 Honda XL250

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2018
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,059 mi
Last recorded19,059 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2017
Typical for 1976 Honda XL2509,814 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRG 489R
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2017 19,059 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 18,520 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 17,107 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 16,417 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 15,598 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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MRG 489R is a 1976 Honda XL250 in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1976 Honda XL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 9,814 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 MRG 489R, 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 50 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 MRG 489R?

You can check the full history of MRG 489R by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MRG 489R registered?

MRG 489R is a 1976 Honda XL250, first registered on 1 August 1976.

Is MRG 489R safe to buy?

The MOT history for MRG 489R shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MRG 489R have outstanding finance?

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