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P321 HBC

1997 Honda XR250

Green Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

6,775 mi
Last recorded6,775 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda XR2509,300 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP321 HBC
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 6,775 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 5,765 miles

Offside Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2021 5,103 miles
Fail 1 May 2021 5,103 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2020 4,771 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 4,388 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement linkage bearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front brake hose outer cover slightly rubbed through , hose poorly routed

Fail 23 Jul 2018 4,381 miles

Front Brake caliper inadequately mounted bolts loose (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel hits on footrest bracket (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement linkage bearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front brake hose outer cover slightly rubbed through , hose poorly routed

Pass 11 Mar 2014 3,464 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 3,464 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 1,674 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 1,008 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 672 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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P321 HBC is a 1997 Honda XR250 in Green with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P321 HBC, 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 P321 HBC registered?

P321 HBC is a 1997 Honda XR250, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P321 HBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P321 HBC shows 12 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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