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RX53 YFT

2003 Honda XR250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2020
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

5,640 mi
Last recorded5,640 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Honda XR2508,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 YFT
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2019 5,640 miles

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

Rear mudguard loose but not likely to become detatched.

Fail 19 Oct 2019 5,619 miles

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2018 5,370 miles

DAYTIME MOT ONLY

Left Han grip damaged

Rear subframe loose

Fail 30 Sep 2017 5,327 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired Chipped (1.2.3a)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2016 4,790 miles

Headlamp cracked

No indicators fitted at time of test

Fail 16 Jul 2016 4,757 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired Cracked (1.2.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 20 Jun 2015 4,313 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

left bar grip slightly loose

number plate holder insecure

number plate lamp not working

seat fitted wrong

Pass 20 Jun 2015 4,313 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

left bar grip slightly loose

number plate holder insecure

number plate lamp not working

seat fitted wrong

Pass 8 Oct 2011 1,622 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 706 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 604 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 604 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

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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RX53 YFT is a 2003 Honda XR250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2003 Honda XR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 8,286 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 RX53 YFT, 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 23 years old, this Honda XR250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RX53 YFT registered?

RX53 YFT is a 2003 Honda XR250, first registered on 4 September 2003.

Is RX53 YFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX53 YFT shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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