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R875 XSW

1997 Honda XR250

Green Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

19,398 mi
Last recorded19,398 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda XR2509,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR875 XSW
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 19,398 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2025 18,558 miles

No Lights fitted at time of test

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Jun 2025 18,558 miles

No Lights fitted at time of test

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2024 16,721 miles

All position lamps light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Central Rear Stop lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2023 16,626 miles

Central Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 16,538 miles

Nearside Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2021 16,252 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 16,199 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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R875 XSW is a 1997 Honda XR250 in Green with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R875 XSW, 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 R875 XSW registered?

R875 XSW is a 1997 Honda XR250, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R875 XSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R875 XSW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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