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N439 EYC

1996 Honda Xr

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,268 mi
Last recorded27,268 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda Xr15,859 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN439 EYC
MakeHonda
ModelXr
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 27,268 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2025 27,217 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 26,088 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 25,842 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 25,144 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 25,041 miles

Daytime use only. No lights fitted

Fail 20 Jun 2008 25,022 miles

Centre Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Centre Front Rear position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Centre Rear Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Centre Rear Rear position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2007 1,269 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Xr?

Based on 4,199 MOT tests across 544 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
413
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
544
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 47
wheel bearings have excessive free play 40
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 36
Tyre is unsuitable 36
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 28
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N439 EYC is a 1996 Honda Xr in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Honda Xr models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 15,859 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 Xr fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N439 EYC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Xr typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 30 years old, this Honda Xr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N439 EYC registered?

N439 EYC is a 1996 Honda Xr, first registered on 1 June 1996.

Is N439 EYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N439 EYC shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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