MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
20,035 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
How Reliable is the Honda XL250S?
Based on 563 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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SYC 163W is a 1980 Honda XL250S in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
Across all 1980 Honda XL250S models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 12,702 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 SYC 163W, 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 46 years old, this Honda XL250S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was SYC 163W registered?
SYC 163W is a 1980 Honda XL250S, first registered on 1 August 1980.
Is SYC 163W safe to buy?
The MOT history for SYC 163W shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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