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R693 YOJ

1997 Honda XR250

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

6,277 mi
Last recorded6,277 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda XR2509,300 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR693 YOJ
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 6,277 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2026 6,277 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2025 6,036 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 5,800 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 5,722 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 5,217 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 4,617 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 4,361 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 3,896 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 3,298 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 2,931 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2006 2,206 miles

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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R693 YOJ is a 1997 Honda XR250 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R693 YOJ, 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 R693 YOJ registered?

R693 YOJ is a 1997 Honda XR250, first registered on 20 August 1997.

Is R693 YOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R693 YOJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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