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P855 TNG

1997 Honda XR250

White Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

3,309 mi
Last recorded3,309 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2018
Typical for 1997 Honda XR2509,300 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP855 TNG
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2018 3,309 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 26 Nov 2018 3,309 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 3,281 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 3,179 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 2,698 miles

no indicators fitted at time of test

no rear pegs fitted

Pass 19 Feb 2014 2,038 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2011 49 miles

Bike presented for test fitrted with road legal - off road type tyres. Unable to obtain stable brake test readings - brake performance acceptable.

Bike presented for test with front & rear lights masked. Tested in accordance with daytime MOT requirements - passed test - implications explained to customer.

Bike presented for test without rear footrests fitted. Not required - as single seat - off road type machine. Designed to carry the rider only.

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 48 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 48 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 43 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 39 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2007 27 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 16 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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P855 TNG is a 1997 Honda XR250 in White with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P855 TNG, 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 P855 TNG registered?

P855 TNG is a 1997 Honda XR250, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P855 TNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P855 TNG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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