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VCC 5V

1979 Honda XL250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

18,077 mi
Last recorded18,077 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2018
Typical for 1979 Honda XL25017,058 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVCC 5V
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2018 18,077 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 17,849 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 25 Aug 2016 17,849 miles

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 17,542 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 16,936 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 16,856 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2009 16,202 miles

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2008 15,773 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 9 Feb 2008 15,773 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 Jan 2007 14,680 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2006 13,917 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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VCC 5V is a 1979 Honda XL250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1979 Honda XL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 17,058 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 VCC 5V, 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 47 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 VCC 5V registered?

VCC 5V is a 1979 Honda XL250, first registered on 18 October 1979.

Is VCC 5V safe to buy?

The MOT history for VCC 5V shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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