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STA 877X

1981 Honda XL250

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2020
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,312 mi
Last recorded26,312 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2019
Typical for 1981 Honda XL25013,993 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSTA 877X
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2019 26,312 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2019 26,312 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2013 25,025 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Honda XL250?

Based on 5,320 MOT tests across 963 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
193
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
963
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 64
Horn not working 46
reflector on motorcycle missing 44
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 43
Direction indicators not working 34
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STA 877X is a 1981 Honda XL250 in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Honda XL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 13,993 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 XL250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying STA 877X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL250 typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 45 years old, this Honda XL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of STA 877X?

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What year was STA 877X registered?

STA 877X is a 1981 Honda XL250, first registered on 4 August 1981.

Is STA 877X safe to buy?

The MOT history for STA 877X shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does STA 877X have outstanding finance?

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