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Y227 VEU

2001 Honda XR250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2017
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

11,922 mi
Last recorded11,922 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2016
Typical for 2001 Honda XR2509,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY227 VEU
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2016 11,922 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 11,894 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 11,893 miles

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

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 11,341 miles

Foreign bodies within front tyre

Fail 13 Mar 2014 11,341 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

Foreign bodies within front tyre

Pass 29 Mar 2012 9,003 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 9,003 miles

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 5 Mar 2011 7,624 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2011 7,616 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 5,188 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 5,188 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 5,168 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2007 5,159 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2006 4,481 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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Y227 VEU is a 2001 Honda XR250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 Y227 VEU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y227 VEU registered?

Y227 VEU is a 2001 Honda XR250, first registered on 6 August 2001.

Is Y227 VEU safe to buy?

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