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PKM 218W

1981 Honda XL250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,075 mi
Last recorded11,075 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2018
Typical for 1981 Honda XL25013,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPKM 218W
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2018 11,075 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2018 11,075 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 May 2016 11,049 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 12 May 2016 11,049 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 10,973 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 10,904 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 10,904 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 10,606 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 7,902 miles

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

How Reliable is the Honda XL250?

Based on 5,320 MOT tests across 963 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
193
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
963
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 64
Horn not working 46
reflector on motorcycle missing 44
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 43
Direction indicators not working 34
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PKM 218W is a 1981 Honda XL250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Honda XL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 13,993 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 XL250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PKM 218W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL250 typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 45 years old, this Honda XL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PKM 218W?

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What year was PKM 218W registered?

PKM 218W is a 1981 Honda XL250, first registered on 25 March 1981.

Is PKM 218W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PKM 218W shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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