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RTT 476W

1981 Honda XL250S

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

12,390 mi
Last recorded12,390 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2020
Typical for 1981 Honda XL250S18,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRTT 476W
MakeHonda
ModelXL250S
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2020 12,390 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2018 12,290 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 18 Jan 2018 12,290 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2012 11,504 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 10,521 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 10,441 miles

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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RTT 476W is a 1981 Honda XL250S in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RTT 476W, 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 RTT 476W?

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What year was RTT 476W registered?

RTT 476W is a 1981 Honda XL250S, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is RTT 476W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RTT 476W 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.

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