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P961 XWO

1997 Honda XR250

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,680 mi
Last recorded28,680 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda XR2509,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP961 XWO
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 28,680 miles

no indicators fitted at time of test

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2024 28,387 miles

Chain guard missing ()

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

no indicators fitted

Pass 11 Jul 2023 27,504 miles

Chain guard missing ()

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

no indicators fitted at time of test

Pass 14 Jul 2022 25,149 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 14 Jul 2022 25,149 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 24,583 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

No indicators fitted,single seat bike

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2020 23,962 miles

Chain guard missing ()

No indicators fitted at time of test ,mainly off road use

Single seat fitted no rear foot pegs

Fail 11 Jun 2020 23,940 miles

Rear Brake caliper inadequately mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing ()

No indicators fitted at time of test

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

Pass 19 Jul 2019 22,927 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 21,584 miles

rear chain very dry

Pass 14 Jul 2017 21,254 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 20,687 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 20,539 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 20,454 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2013 20,287 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 20,285 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2012 19,431 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 19,385 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 16,530 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2006 16,501 miles

Rear Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

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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P961 XWO is a 1997 Honda XR250 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P961 XWO, 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

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What year was P961 XWO registered?

P961 XWO is a 1997 Honda XR250, first registered on 10 July 1997.

Is P961 XWO safe to buy?

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