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GGF 309T

1979 Honda XL250S

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

15,224 mi
Last recorded15,224 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2012
Typical for 1979 Honda XL250S13,783 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGGF 309T
MakeHonda
ModelXL250S
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2012 15,224 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jan 2011 24,538 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2010 24,534 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 23,253 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2009 23,253 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 29 May 2008 23,130 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 23,115 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL250S?

Based on 563 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
121
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
103
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Horn not working 11
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 9
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 8
Direction indicator not working 8
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GGF 309T is a 1979 Honda XL250S in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1979 Honda XL250S models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 13,783 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 XL250S fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GGF 309T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL250S typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 47 years old, this Honda XL250S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GGF 309T registered?

GGF 309T is a 1979 Honda XL250S, first registered on 9 May 1979.

Is GGF 309T safe to buy?

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