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DUD 841V

1980 Honda XL250

White Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

16,641 mi
Last recorded16,641 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2019
Typical for 1980 Honda XL25018,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDUD 841V
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2019 16,641 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 16,128 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Offside Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play shock absorber mounting (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 23 Nov 2017 16,128 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing splitpin (2.3.3a)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Offside Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play shock absorber mounting (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 Sep 2016 16,128 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 15,954 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 15,318 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 14,761 miles

Slight perishing of rear tyre

Pass 20 Sep 2012 14,012 miles

Slight perishing in sidewall of rear tyre

Fail 14 Sep 2012 13,985 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Slight perishing in sidewall of rear tyre

Pass 6 Sep 2011 12,739 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2011 12,712 miles

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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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DUD 841V is a 1980 Honda XL250 in White with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1980 Honda XL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 18,470 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 DUD 841V, 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 46 years old, this Honda XL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DUD 841V registered?

DUD 841V is a 1980 Honda XL250, first registered on 19 March 1980.

Is DUD 841V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DUD 841V shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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