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R74 RMW

1998 Honda XR250

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

5,321 mi
Last recorded5,321 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda XR2509,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR74 RMW
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 5,321 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 5,258 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2023 5,241 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2022 5,224 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 5,015 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2020 4,931 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2020 3,045 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Throttle operating incorrectly Engine revs increase on full right hand lock (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Motorcycle Manufacturer does not correspond to Log book and MOT Testing Service details

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

VIN third digit different to MOT Testing Service details

Pass 9 Oct 2019 4,712 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 3,766 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 3,105 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 2,843 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 767 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2011 10,015 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 10,015 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 9,657 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2010 9,657 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 May 2009 8,677 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 27 May 2009 8,677 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 6,895 miles

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

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

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

Fail 26 Apr 2008 6,895 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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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R74 RMW is a 1998 Honda XR250 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R74 RMW, 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 R74 RMW registered?

R74 RMW is a 1998 Honda XR250, first registered on 14 January 1998.

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