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PLW 377W

1980 Honda XL250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

1,785 mi
Last recorded1,785 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2015
Typical for 1980 Honda XL25018,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLW 377W
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2015 1,785 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 736 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 3,311 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 1,303 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 25,489 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 25,489 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 25,489 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 25,488 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2007 25,488 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 25,488 miles

Stop light too dull,Position light (rear) too bright.Interchanged?

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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PLW 377W is a 1980 Honda XL250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1980 Honda XL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 18,470 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 PLW 377W, 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 46 years old, this Honda XL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PLW 377W registered?

PLW 377W is a 1980 Honda XL250, first registered on 21 October 1980.

Is PLW 377W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLW 377W 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 PLW 377W have outstanding finance?

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