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WA03 VEW

2003 Honda XR250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,939 mi
Last recorded8,939 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda XR2508,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA03 VEW
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 8,939 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2024 8,701 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2024 8,701 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 8,416 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2018 8,416 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2012 8,265 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2012 8,265 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 8,034 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 15 May 2009 7,891 miles

no indicators fitted

Pass 30 Apr 2008 7,768 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 7,402 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 6,798 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XR250?

Based on 10,967 MOT tests across 1,440 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
316
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
1,440
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 179
wheel bearings have excessive free play 141
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 119
Tyre is unsuitable 97
wheel bearings have excessive free play 78
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WA03 VEW is a 2003 Honda XR250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Honda XR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 8,286 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 XR250 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 179 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WA03 VEW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XR250 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 23 years old, this Honda XR250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WA03 VEW registered?

WA03 VEW is a 2003 Honda XR250, first registered on 16 May 2003.

Is WA03 VEW safe to buy?

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