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R938 LHT

1998 Honda XR250

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

18,318 mi
Last recorded18,318 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda XR2509,228 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR938 LHT
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 18,318 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2025 18,135 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2025 18,135 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2023 17,705 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2023 17,691 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2022 17,293 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 16,328 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 14,405 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2018 14,401 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Oct 2018 14,401 miles

Fuel hose insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Motorcycle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced behind right foot peg (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 14,385 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2017 14,384 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2016 14,117 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 11,612 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2012 11,343 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2012 11,343 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 11,289 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 11,265 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Fail 2 Apr 2009 11,265 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2007 11,030 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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R938 LHT 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 70%.

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 R938 LHT, 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 R938 LHT registered?

R938 LHT is a 1998 Honda XR250, first registered on 8 July 1998.

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