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UKV 781X

1981 Honda XL250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

8,970 mi
Last recorded8,970 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2021
Typical for 1981 Honda XL25013,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUKV 781X
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2021 8,970 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 8,970 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2020 8,970 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2012 8,970 miles

No Lights Fitted At Time Of Test

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 8,970 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2011 8,970 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 21 May 2010 8,970 miles
Fail 20 May 2010 8,970 miles

Nearside Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2006 8,970 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

rear mud flap catches on swinging arm

Pass 26 Aug 2005 89,707 miles

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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UKV 781X is a 1981 Honda XL250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 UKV 781X, 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

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What year was UKV 781X registered?

UKV 781X is a 1981 Honda XL250, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is UKV 781X safe to buy?

The MOT history for UKV 781X shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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