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P985 ANL

1997 Honda XR250

Multi-colour Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

2,488 mi
Last recorded2,488 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda XR2509,300 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP985 ANL
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2024 2,488 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2024 2,488 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2017 2,424 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 2,408 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 2,352 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 1,456 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 1,146 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 1,050 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 11,293 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 11,293 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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P985 ANL is a 1997 Honda XR250 in Multi-colour with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 P985 ANL, 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 P985 ANL?

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What year was P985 ANL registered?

P985 ANL is a 1997 Honda XR250, first registered on 20 February 1997.

Is P985 ANL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P985 ANL shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P985 ANL have outstanding finance?

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