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Q704UGL

1986 Honda XR250

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 1986 Honda XR2507,286 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ704UGL
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2025

no lights fitted at time of test, daytime mot

Pass 3 Aug 2024 13,737 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 13,589 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

No lights fitted at time of test. Day time use only.

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 13,160 miles

lights masked over at time of test daytime use only

Fail 7 Nov 2019 13,160 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

lights masked over at time of test daytime use only

Pass 17 May 2018

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 19,490 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 16 Oct 2014 91,490 miles

Front Front position lamp obscured more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 9,150 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

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

Pass 22 Apr 2006 9,150 miles

DAY TIME USE ONLY - NO LIGHTS FITTED

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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Q704UGL is a 1986 Honda XR250 in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1986 Honda XR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 7,286 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 Q704UGL, 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 40 years old, this Honda XR250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Q704UGL registered?

Q704UGL is a 1986 Honda XR250, first registered on 14 April 1986.

Is Q704UGL safe to buy?

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