MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
616 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
No lights fitted at time of test
Front Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)
Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Wheel damaged significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)
Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
How Reliable is the Honda XL250?
Based on 5,320 MOT tests across 963 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VVW 116W is a 1981 Honda XL250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 VVW 116W, 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.
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What year was VVW 116W registered?
VVW 116W is a 1981 Honda XL250, first registered on 24 March 1981.
Is VVW 116W safe to buy?
The MOT history for VVW 116W shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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