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M229 NTA

2004 Honda XL250

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

37,573 mi
Last recorded37,573 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2016
Typical for 2004 Honda XL25015,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM229 NTA
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2016 37,573 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 35,717 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 32,443 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 29,025 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 27,735 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 13 May 2010 27,041 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 27,041 miles

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)

Pass 29 Jan 2009 26,477 miles

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)

Fail 28 Jan 2009 26,477 miles

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)

Pass 12 Dec 2007 24,805 miles

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)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 12,555 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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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.

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