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TDA 282S

1977 Honda XL250

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2015
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

423 mi
Last recorded423 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2014
Typical for 1977 Honda XL25016,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTDA 282S
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2014 423 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 349 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 27 Mar 2013 342 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

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

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 13 Oct 2011 187 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 187 miles

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

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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TDA 282S is a 1977 Honda XL250 in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1977 Honda XL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 16,978 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 TDA 282S, 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 49 years old, this Honda XL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TDA 282S registered?

TDA 282S is a 1977 Honda XL250, first registered on 1 November 1977.

Is TDA 282S safe to buy?

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