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B511 YAR

1984 Honda XL250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

37,880 mi
Last recorded37,880 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2020
Typical for 1984 Honda XL25019,358 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB511 YAR
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2020 37,880 miles

Front Brake cable worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

No idicators fitted, Off road motorcycle

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 37,437 miles

Front sprocket guard damaged

No indicators fitted (off road motorcycle)

Pass 21 Apr 2018 36,913 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 36,271 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 36,182 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 36,121 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 30 Apr 2014 35,077 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 33,602 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 31,691 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 29,919 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

No indicators fitted at time of test (off road motorcycle)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2010 27,981 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2009 27,825 miles

Front brake grabbing when applied as bike pushed backwards.

Front mudguard catching frame but not affecting steering.

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2008 27,263 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 25,597 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 23,856 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2006 23,856 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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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B511 YAR is a 1984 Honda XL250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1984 Honda XL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 19,358 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 B511 YAR, 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 42 years old, this Honda XL250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B511 YAR registered?

B511 YAR is a 1984 Honda XL250, first registered on 20 November 1984.

Is B511 YAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for B511 YAR shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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