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P743 DNN

1996 Honda XR250

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2025
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

11,048 mi
Last recorded11,048 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2024
Typical for 1996 Honda XR2509,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP743 DNN
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2024 11,048 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2024 11,041 miles

Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced on dipped beam! (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2021 11,003 miles

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

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 6 Nov 2021 11,003 miles

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

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 9,210 miles

Suspension attachment bracket/mounting slightly loose rear lower suspension bush (5.3.3 (a) (i))

horn quiet

Pass 7 Oct 2013 9,198 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 9,161 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 9,161 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 9,136 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2005 9,134 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

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

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

front pads getting low

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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P743 DNN is a 1996 Honda XR250 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 P743 DNN, 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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P743 DNN is a 1996 Honda XR250, first registered on 1 August 1996.

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