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R212 OYS

1997 Honda XR250

Green Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2017
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

20,026 mi
Last recorded20,026 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda XR2509,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR212 OYS
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2016 20,026 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2016 20,026 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 19,660 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2014 19,660 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2013 18,393 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 20 May 2010 18,320 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2009 17,878 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 17,878 miles

Centre Rear Upper Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 7 May 2008 17,279 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2007 12,558 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2007 12,431 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 20 Nov 2006 12,406 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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R212 OYS is a 1997 Honda XR250 in Green with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1997 Honda XR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 9,300 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 R212 OYS, 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 29 years old, this Honda XR250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R212 OYS registered?

R212 OYS is a 1997 Honda XR250, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R212 OYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R212 OYS shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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