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R677 DNY

1997 Honda XR250

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

18,473 mi
Last recorded18,473 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda XR2509,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR677 DNY
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 18,473 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Lights etc.taped over at time of test."DAYTIME USE ONLY"

Pass 12 May 2025 18,295 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Lights etc taped over at time of test. "DAYTIME USE ONLY"

Solo seat fitted at time of test, no pillion footrests

Pass 12 Apr 2024 17,883 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Lights taped over at time of test."DAYTIME USE ONLY"

Pass 27 Apr 2023 17,560 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Solo seat fitted at time of test, no pillion footrests

Pass 21 Apr 2022 16,739 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Solo seat fitted at time of test, no pillion footrests

Pass 23 Apr 2021 14,643 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Solo seat fitted at time of test, no pillion footrests

Pass 13 Nov 2019 13,913 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Indicators not fitted at time of test

Solo seat fitted at time of test, no pillion footrests

Pass 14 Nov 2018 13,683 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

No indicators fitted at time of test

Solo seat fitted at time of test, no pillion footrests

Pass 29 Nov 2017 13,461 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Solo seat fitted at time of test, no pillion footrests

Pass 30 Nov 2016 12,549 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

solo seat fitted at time of test, no pillion footrests

Pass 9 Nov 2015 12,527 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 11,905 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 10,814 miles

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

Fail 1 Oct 2013 10,814 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2012 10,263 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2011 8,272 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2010 7,053 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 21 Jan 2009 6,802 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2b)

Centre Rear Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 21 Jan 2009 6,802 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 28 Dec 2007 6,640 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 14 Nov 2006 6,327 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2005 6,040 miles

front tyre has some knobs missing and is starting to perish

number plate cracked

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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R677 DNY is a 1997 Honda XR250 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 R677 DNY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R677 DNY registered?

R677 DNY is a 1997 Honda XR250, first registered on 18 September 1997.

Is R677 DNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R677 DNY shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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