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WYJ 888S

1978 Honda XL250

White Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

10,052 mi
Last recorded10,052 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2017
Typical for 1978 Honda XL25015,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWYJ 888S
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2017 10,052 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 19 Sep 2017 10,052 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 9,709 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 9,534 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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WYJ 888S is a 1978 Honda XL250 in White with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 Honda XL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 15,160 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 WYJ 888S, 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 48 years old, this Honda XL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WYJ 888S?

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What year was WYJ 888S registered?

WYJ 888S is a 1978 Honda XL250, first registered on 24 May 1978.

Is WYJ 888S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WYJ 888S shows 4 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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