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N771 MMW

1996 Honda XR250

White Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

29,114 mi
Last recorded29,114 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda XR2509,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN771 MMW
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 29,114 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2025 29,003 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 28,773 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 28,529 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 28,217 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 27,979 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 27,597 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 27,386 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 27,023 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 26,702 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear rear tyre cracked around tread

Fail 7 Dec 2016 26,702 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear rear tyre cracked around tread

Pass 21 Nov 2015 26,377 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

fork gator split

front tyre perrished

Pass 11 Dec 2014 26,026 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 25,881 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2013 25,881 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 24,796 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 24,253 miles

Front Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 15 Sep 2009 24,228 miles

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 Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 23,091 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 21,990 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2007 21,972 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2006 20,401 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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N771 MMW is a 1996 Honda XR250 in White with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1996 Honda XR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 9,736 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 N771 MMW, 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 30 years old, this Honda XR250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N771 MMW registered?

N771 MMW is a 1996 Honda XR250, first registered on 25 April 1996.

Is N771 MMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N771 MMW shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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