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RWV 74X

1982 Honda XL250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,678 mi
Last recorded15,678 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 1982 Honda XL25025,872 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRWV 74X
MakeHonda
ModelXL250
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 15,678 miles

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

Fail 18 Dec 2006 15,641 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

number plate deteriated and a bit small

Pass 15 Dec 2005 15,114 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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RWV 74X is a 1982 Honda XL250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 RWV 74X, 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 RWV 74X?

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What year was RWV 74X registered?

RWV 74X is a 1982 Honda XL250, first registered on 13 January 1982.

Is RWV 74X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RWV 74X shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RWV 74X have outstanding finance?

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