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R977 WHE

1997 Honda XR250

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,624 mi
Last recorded18,624 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda XR2509,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR977 WHE
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 18,624 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 17,743 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 17,133 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2022 16,792 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 16,234 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 16,114 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 15,683 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 14,852 miles
Fail 30 May 2018 14,851 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 May 2017 13,239 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 12,859 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 12,080 miles

Clutch lever broken

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 Nov 2013 11,881 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 11,156 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 11,156 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Chain guard missing

Fail 29 Oct 2011 11,156 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Chain guard missing

Fail 23 Oct 2010 11,156 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Chain guard missing

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 Oct 2010 11,156 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Chain guard missing

Pass 6 Nov 2009 10,094 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2008 9,603 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 9,319 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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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R977 WHE is a 1997 Honda XR250 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R977 WHE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R977 WHE registered?

R977 WHE is a 1997 Honda XR250, first registered on 15 October 1997.

Is R977 WHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R977 WHE shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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