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VJC 286V

1980 Honda XL250S

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2022
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

5,927 mi
Last recorded5,927 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2021
Typical for 1980 Honda XL250S12,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJC 286V
MakeHonda
ModelXL250S
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2021 5,927 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2021 5,915 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Pass 23 Jul 2016 5,900 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 5,873 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 5,830 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 5,643 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 5,643 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 5,609 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL250S?

Based on 563 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
121
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
103
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Horn not working 11
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 9
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 8
Direction indicator not working 8
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VJC 286V is a 1980 Honda XL250S in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1980 Honda XL250S models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 12,702 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 XL250S fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VJC 286V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL250S typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 46 years old, this Honda XL250S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VJC 286V registered?

VJC 286V is a 1980 Honda XL250S, first registered on 30 April 1980.

Is VJC 286V safe to buy?

The MOT history for VJC 286V shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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