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P359 KYC

1996 Honda XR250

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,071 mi
Last recorded11,071 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2016
Typical for 1996 Honda XR2509,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP359 KYC
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2016 11,071 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 10,916 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2015 10,916 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 5 Jun 2014 10,910 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 10,910 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 10,720 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 17 Apr 2013 10,720 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 10,547 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 10,383 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2011 10,383 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Dec 2009 10,378 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2008 10,370 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 10,327 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 19 Dec 2006 10,293 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Dec 2006 10,293 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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P359 KYC is a 1996 Honda XR250 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P359 KYC, 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 P359 KYC registered?

P359 KYC is a 1996 Honda XR250, first registered on 4 December 1996.

Is P359 KYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P359 KYC shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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