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R301 EDW

1997 Honda Xr

White Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2022
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

6,584 mi
Last recorded6,584 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2021
Typical for 1997 Honda Xr7,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR301 EDW
MakeHonda
ModelXr
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2021 6,584 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

enduro use>no indicators fitted

Pass 6 Jul 2020 6,576 miles

presented as off road/enduro use> no indicators fitted at time of test

Fail 27 Jun 2020 6,573 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

presented as off road/enduro use> no indicators fitted at time of test

Pass 3 Jul 2019 6,234 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2019 6,234 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2015 6,166 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 11 Sep 2015 6,166 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Oct 2012

All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Chain guard missing

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

Pass 12 Oct 2011

Chain guard missing

Fail 12 Oct 2011

Chain guard missing

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 5 Dec 2009 3,097 miles

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Pass 5 Dec 2009 3,097 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 2,699 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 2,471 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 18 Sep 2007 2,471 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 27 Oct 2006 2,253 miles

Nearside Front Lower Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

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

Rear Upper Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

advise-fork gaitors fitted(unable to see fork seals).

Pass 27 Oct 2006 2,253 miles

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

advise-fork gaitors fitted(unable to see fork seals).

How Reliable is the Honda Xr?

Based on 4,199 MOT tests across 544 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
413
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
544
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 47
wheel bearings have excessive free play 40
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 36
Tyre is unsuitable 36
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 28
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R301 EDW is a 1997 Honda Xr in White with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

Across all 1997 Honda Xr models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 7,703 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 Xr fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R301 EDW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Xr typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Xr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R301 EDW registered?

R301 EDW is a 1997 Honda Xr, first registered on 28 October 1997.

Is R301 EDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R301 EDW shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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