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L492 XLN

1994 Honda NSR250

Blue Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

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Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1994 Honda NSR25027,220 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL492 XLN
MakeHonda
ModelNSR250
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025
Pass 30 May 2024
Pass 6 May 2023
Fail 6 May 2023

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2021
Pass 9 Jun 2020

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Higher rear brake effort normally obtainable

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 21 Apr 2018

Higher rear brake effort normally obtainable

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 22 Apr 2017

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

rear brake low effort

Pass 31 Mar 2016

n/s/r indicator poorly secured

wear in rear brake pedal pivot

Fail 19 Mar 2016

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system both rear (7.1.1.c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

chain slack

n/s/r indicator poorly secured

Pass 6 Mar 2015

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 7,428 miles

Rear Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1a)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2012 32,840 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2012 32,821 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 30,619 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 11,061 miles

How Reliable is the Honda NSR250?

Based on 808 MOT tests across 156 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
221
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
156
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 9
reflector on motorcycle missing 8
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Direction indicator not working 4
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L492 XLN is a 1994 Honda NSR250 in Blue with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1994 Honda NSR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 27,220 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda NSR250 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L492 XLN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda NSR250 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 32 years old, this Honda NSR250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L492 XLN registered?

L492 XLN is a 1994 Honda NSR250, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L492 XLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for L492 XLN shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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