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PWR 657W

1980 Honda XL250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2023
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

18,189 mi
Last recorded18,189 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2022
Typical for 1980 Honda XL25018,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPWR 657W
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2022 18,189 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 29 Jun 2022 18,189 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 18,140 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 18,122 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swinging arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2018 18,122 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swinging arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2012 18,094 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 18,078 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2009 18,078 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2007 17,865 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 1 Dec 2007 17,858 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 Oct 2006 17,656 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2006 17,656 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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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PWR 657W is a 1980 Honda XL250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1980 Honda XL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 18,470 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 PWR 657W, 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 46 years old, this Honda XL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PWR 657W registered?

PWR 657W is a 1980 Honda XL250, first registered on 13 August 1980.

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