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WA54 OWX

2005 Honda XR250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

30,915 mi
Last recorded30,915 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda XR2506,568 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA54 OWX
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 30,915 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 30,532 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2025 30,532 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 30,076 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 29,848 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 1 Mar 2023 29,848 miles

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 29,613 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 29,347 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 29,108 miles

Rear rear brake reservoir cylinder frosty/visual level impaired

Pass 26 Feb 2019 29,023 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 Feb 2019 29,011 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort rear disc distorted (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 28,745 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 28,737 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 28,733 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 28,728 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 28,619 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 28,619 miles

Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2011 27,407 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 20 Jan 2010 24,939 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2010 24,939 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2008 19,314 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 13,525 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XR250?

Based on 10,967 MOT tests across 1,440 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
316
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
1,440
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 179
wheel bearings have excessive free play 141
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 119
Tyre is unsuitable 97
wheel bearings have excessive free play 78
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WA54 OWX is a 2005 Honda XR250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2005 Honda XR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 6,568 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 XR250 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 179 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WA54 OWX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XR250 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 21 years old, this Honda XR250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WA54 OWX registered?

WA54 OWX is a 2005 Honda XR250, first registered on 20 April 2005.

Is WA54 OWX safe to buy?

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