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TYP 165S

1977 Honda XL250

Yellow Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

4,715 mi
Last recorded4,715 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2020
Typical for 1977 Honda XL25016,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTYP 165S
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2020 4,715 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 4,647 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 4,554 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 4,540 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2016 4,540 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

rear tyre perishing

Pass 25 Jul 2015 4,498 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 25 Jul 2015 4,498 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 4,402 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 4,401 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 4,297 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 May 2011 4,151 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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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TYP 165S is a 1977 Honda XL250 in Yellow with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 TYP 165S, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TYP 165S registered?

TYP 165S is a 1977 Honda XL250, first registered on 28 December 1977.

Is TYP 165S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TYP 165S shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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