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PRL 234Y

1982 Honda XL250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,787 mi
Last recorded28,787 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2020
Typical for 1982 Honda XL25025,872 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRL 234Y
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2020 28,787 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 28,713 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 28,541 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2014 28,534 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Jan 2013 28,201 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Jan 2010 270,006 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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PRL 234Y is a 1982 Honda XL250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1982 Honda XL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 25,872 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 PRL 234Y, 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 44 years old, this Honda XL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PRL 234Y?

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What year was PRL 234Y registered?

PRL 234Y is a 1982 Honda XL250, first registered on 11 August 1982.

Is PRL 234Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for PRL 234Y shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PRL 234Y have outstanding finance?

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