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J720 FYB

2004 Honda XL250

White Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

18,005 mi
Last recorded18,005 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda XL25015,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ720 FYB
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2025 18,005 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 17,647 miles

Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Apr 2024 17,647 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable off road use only (5.2.3 (a))

Rear Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Rear Tyre is unsuitable tyre off road use only (5.2.3 (a))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 17,629 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 17,629 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 17,629 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 17,534 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 17,371 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 17,088 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 16,767 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 16,303 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 15,970 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 15,970 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 14,944 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 12,407 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2011 12,380 miles

Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 12,090 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 11,402 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 10,110 miles

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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J720 FYB is a 2004 Honda XL250 in White with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2004 Honda XL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 15,970 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 J720 FYB, 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 22 years old, this Honda XL250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was J720 FYB registered?

J720 FYB is a 2004 Honda XL250, first registered on 1 February 2004.

Is J720 FYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J720 FYB shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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