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UNU 49S

1977 Honda XL250

Black Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2018
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

13,181 mi
Last recorded13,181 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2017
Typical for 1977 Honda XL25016,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUNU 49S
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2017 13,181 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2017 13,181 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2016 13,041 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 13,041 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 12,555 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2015 12,555 miles

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 11,308 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 10,371 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2013 10,371 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 10,369 miles

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Rear Tyre valve stem misaligned which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 10,369 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 10,308 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 10,308 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 27 Feb 2009 10,238 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 10,238 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2008 9,986 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2008 9,986 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 9,858 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2007 9,858 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2006 9,466 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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UNU 49S is a 1977 Honda XL250 in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

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 UNU 49S, 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 UNU 49S registered?

UNU 49S is a 1977 Honda XL250, first registered on 25 August 1977.

Is UNU 49S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UNU 49S shows 20 tests with a 55% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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