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WX03 YXR

2003 Honda XR250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

15,868 mi
Last recorded15,868 miles
Recorded on17 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda XR2508,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX03 YXR
MakeHonda
ModelXR250
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 May 2025 15,868 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 13,241 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 11,164 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 11,108 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 10,930 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Fail 27 Aug 2021 10,923 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing ()

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2020 10,880 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 9 May 2019 10,812 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 14 May 2018 10,765 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 9 May 2017 10,713 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 9 May 2016 10,637 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 10,556 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 28 Apr 2014 10,200 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 10,200 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 10 May 2013 9,864 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 9,267 miles
Fail 2 May 2012 9,267 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 May 2011 8,618 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 7,741 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 7,704 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 11 May 2009 6,815 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 11 May 2009 6,815 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2008 5,212 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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WX03 YXR is a 2003 Honda XR250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2003 Honda XR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 8,286 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 WX03 YXR, 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 23 years old, this Honda XR250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WX03 YXR registered?

WX03 YXR is a 2003 Honda XR250, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is WX03 YXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX03 YXR shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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