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R923 HWW

1998 Honda XR250

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

11,711 mi
Last recorded11,711 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda XR2509,228 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Finance
Write-off
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR923 HWW
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 11,711 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 23 Jul 2025 11,711 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 18 Jul 2025 11,711 miles

Roller brake test brake efficiency less than 27.5% overall (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

test aborted as bike broke down

Pass 11 Sep 2020 10,654 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2020 10,654 miles

Position lamp switch insecure (4.2.2 (b))

Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 10,654 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 10,654 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2012 10,654 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 16,654 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 9,044 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 6,517 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 6,486 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 4,302 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

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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R923 HWW is a 1998 Honda XR250 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R923 HWW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R923 HWW?

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What year was R923 HWW registered?

R923 HWW is a 1998 Honda XR250, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R923 HWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R923 HWW shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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