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R81 KNR

1997 Honda XR250

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

5,007 mi
Last recorded5,007 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda XR2509,300 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR81 KNR
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2016 5,007 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2016 4,994 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2015 4,862 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2015 4,862 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2014 4,296 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2011 4,127 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2009 3,882 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2006 3,500 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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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R81 KNR is a 1997 Honda XR250 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R81 KNR, 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 R81 KNR registered?

R81 KNR is a 1997 Honda XR250, first registered on 20 August 1997.

Is R81 KNR safe to buy?

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