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X304 RNV

2001 Honda XR250

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,765 mi
Last recorded16,765 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda XR2509,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX304 RNV
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 16,765 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2025 16,747 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 16,591 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 16,584 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 29 Mar 2018 16,563 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 15,025 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front low brake effort percentage recorded on brake test. Higher percentage expected

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 14,376 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 10 Aug 2015 14,376 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 May 2014 12,841 miles

Chain guard missing

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

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 2 May 2014 12,841 miles

Chain guard missing

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

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 9,283 miles

Chain guard missing

Fail 16 Apr 2013 9,283 miles

Chain guard missing

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 21 Feb 2012 4,339 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 4,339 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 870 miles

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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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X304 RNV is a 2001 Honda XR250 in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Honda XR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 9,585 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 X304 RNV, 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 25 years old, this Honda XR250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was X304 RNV registered?

X304 RNV is a 2001 Honda XR250, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is X304 RNV safe to buy?

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