Honda Xr250
MotorcycleFrom 382 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, audible warning not working and reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 7 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 7 |
| audible warning not working | 6 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 5 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 4 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 4 |
| a wheel bearing with excessive play | 3 |
| exhaust noise levels in excess of those permitted | 3 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 2 |
| lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 2 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 2 |
Typical mileage
Half of all Xr250s tested had between 3,364 and 15,115 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 8,228 median miles, the Xr250 has 0.159 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Honda models
| Honda Civic | 74.1% |
| Honda Jazz | 77.5% |
| Honda CR-V | 79.3% |
| Honda HR-V | 88.6% |
| Honda Accord | 69.6% |
Common questions
What is the Honda Xr250 MOT pass rate?
The Honda Xr250 has a 86.9% MOT pass rate based on 382 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Xr250?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Xr250 is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 7 failures. Other common issues include audible warning not working.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Xr250 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Xr250 is 8,228 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 3,364 and 15,115 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.