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BRP 129X

1981 Honda 250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,423 mi
Last recorded5,423 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2025
4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Finance
Write-off
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRP 129X
MakeHonda
Model250
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 3 Apr 2025 5,423 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 5,095 miles

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2017 5,056 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 5,016 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 4,926 miles

front brake only just makes efficiency-25%

slight contamination on front brake disc and brake fluid low

Pass 3 Aug 2006 3,951 miles

brake fluid slightly low

o/s/r indicator slightly loose

How Reliable is the Honda 250?

Based on 888 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
318
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Drive chain excessively loose 7
reflector on motorcycle missing 7
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 7
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BRP 129X is a 1981 Honda 250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Honda 250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BRP 129X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 45 years old, this Honda 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BRP 129X?

You can check the full history of BRP 129X by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BRP 129X registered?

BRP 129X is a 1981 Honda 250, first registered on 4 September 1981.

Is BRP 129X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRP 129X shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BRP 129X have outstanding finance?

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