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Q378OCR

1989 Honda XL250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55 mi
Last recorded55 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ378OCR
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 5 Nov 2025 55 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 398 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023
Pass 21 Mar 2022 76 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020
Pass 17 Nov 2017

off road use indicators not fitted

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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Q378OCR is a 1989 Honda XL250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Q378OCR, 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 37 years old, this Honda XL250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q378OCR registered?

Q378OCR is a 1989 Honda XL250, first registered on 12 December 1989.

Is Q378OCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q378OCR shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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