CarVerify

Free Car Check

P531 HAW

1997 Honda XR250

White Petrol 249cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

15,000 mi
Last recorded15,000 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda XR2509,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP531 HAW
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 15,000 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 14,791 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Only to be used in daylight hours and not at times of reduced visibility

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

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

Pass 2 May 2024 14,765 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 14,411 miles

day time mot

Pass 10 Mar 2021 12,584 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 9,300 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 7,688 miles

Chain guard missing

Fail 26 Jan 2015 7,688 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Chain guard missing

Pass 10 Jul 2013 7,682 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 7,682 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 19 May 2011 7,492 miles

Chain guard missing

Fail 22 Mar 2011 7,473 miles

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

Chain guard missing

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 30 Jun 2010 7,324 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2010 7,205 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 7,088 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2006 6,738 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
Full Honda XR250 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P531 HAW is a 1997 Honda XR250 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 P531 HAW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P531 HAW?

You can check the full history of P531 HAW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P531 HAW registered?

P531 HAW is a 1997 Honda XR250, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P531 HAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P531 HAW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P531 HAW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P531 HAW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.