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XYK 431N

1974 Honda XL250

Silver Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

24,115 mi
Last recorded24,115 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2013
Typical for 1974 Honda XL25016,752 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXYK 431N
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1974
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2013 24,115 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2010 24,113 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

advise battery flat.engine had to be reved for lighting equipment to be checked.

Pass 9 Dec 2010 24,113 miles

advise battery flat.engine had to be reved for lighting equipment to be checked.

Pass 10 Feb 2010 24,037 miles

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

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Fail 10 Feb 2010 24,037 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

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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XYK 431N is a 1974 Honda XL250 in Silver with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1974 Honda XL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 16,752 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 XYK 431N, 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 52 years old, this Honda XL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XYK 431N registered?

XYK 431N is a 1974 Honda XL250, first registered on 30 September 1974.

Is XYK 431N safe to buy?

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