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R578 CCY

1998 Honda XR250

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2018
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Honda XR2509,228 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR578 CCY
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 12 Jun 2023

Front Brake caliper inadequately mounted catching/rubbing on disc (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned less than 180mm between indicators (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

throttle cables locking nuts loose

Rear brake reservoir melting on exhaust

Pass 16 Oct 2017 8,540 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 7,977 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2016 7,977 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Oct 2015 7,876 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 24 Oct 2015 7,876 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

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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R578 CCY is a 1998 Honda XR250 in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Honda XR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 9,228 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 R578 CCY, 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 28 years old, this Honda XR250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R578 CCY registered?

R578 CCY is a 1998 Honda XR250, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R578 CCY safe to buy?

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