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PMY 461W

1981 Honda XL250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2019
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

585 mi
Last recorded585 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2018
Typical for 1981 Honda XL25013,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMY 461W
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2018 585 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2015
Fail 3 Apr 2015

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 1 Feb 2014

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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PMY 461W is a 1981 Honda XL250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PMY 461W, 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 PMY 461W?

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What year was PMY 461W registered?

PMY 461W is a 1981 Honda XL250, first registered on 26 March 1981.

Is PMY 461W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PMY 461W shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PMY 461W have outstanding finance?

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