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1989 Honda XR250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,986 mi
Last recorded1,986 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2018
Typical for 1989 Honda XR2501,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ499URL
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2018 1,986 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Fail 16 Jul 2018 1,986 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front headlight aim not tested

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 8 Oct 2016 1,985 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 2 Oct 2015 1,985 miles

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 16 Oct 2013 1,985 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 57 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 11 Nov 2006 59 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2006 22 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

left haqnd footrest bent

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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Q499URL is a 1989 Honda XR250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1989 Honda XR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 1,985 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 Q499URL, 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 37 years old, this Honda XR250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Q499URL registered?

Q499URL is a 1989 Honda XR250, first registered on 12 April 1989.

Is Q499URL safe to buy?

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