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PRF 208W

1981 Honda XL250S

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

6,623 mi
Last recorded6,623 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2021
Typical for 1981 Honda XL250S18,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRF 208W
MakeHonda
ModelXL250S
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2021 6,623 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 6,497 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 6,207 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 6,072 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 5,772 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 5,266 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 26,787 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 26,349 miles

only to be used in daylight hours.

Pass 18 Feb 2013 25,819 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 24,198 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 23,480 miles

not fitted with direction indicators should only be used in daylight hours or times of seriously reduced visibility.

Pass 9 Dec 2009 73,446 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 22,633 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2006 22,196 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2006 22,196 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 22,196 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2005 22,196 miles

Offside Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

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

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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PRF 208W is a 1981 Honda XL250S in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1981 Honda XL250S models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 18,608 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 PRF 208W, 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 45 years old, this Honda XL250S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PRF 208W?

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What year was PRF 208W registered?

PRF 208W is a 1981 Honda XL250S, first registered on 20 January 1981.

Is PRF 208W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PRF 208W shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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