MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
37,573 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS
Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS
Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4) DANGEROUS
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
How Reliable is the Honda XL250?
Based on 5,320 MOT tests across 963 vehicles.
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M229 NTA is a 2004 Honda XL250 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.
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 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 M229 NTA, 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 M229 NTA registered?
M229 NTA is a 2004 Honda XL250, first registered on 7 May 2004.
Is M229 NTA safe to buy?
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