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Honda XR250

White · Petrol · 1995 · 249 cc

M171 DEXMOT history

M171 DEX is a white petrol Honda XR250 first used on 14 May 1997. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 15 MOT tests, with 21,203 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
21,203 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2023
MOT tests
15
15 passed · 0 failed
Per year
390 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M171 DEX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
XR250
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
249 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
14 May 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M171 DEX was last recorded at 21,203 miles on 18 May 2023, 568 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Mar 2015.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
20,635 miles · 30 Mar 2015
Between the last two tests
568 miles
Average per year
390 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 21,203 miles
  • 2015 – 20,635 miles
  • 2013 – 16,981 miles
  • 2012 – 16,777 miles
  • 2007 – 14,878 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

15 tests since 16 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    419189219592
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  2. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    535093306262
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass21,203 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2024
    Odometer
    21,203 miles
    Test number
    984673679414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    306655081561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    394412355644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass20,635 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    20,635 miles
    Test number
    137029685025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass18,442 km
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    18,442 km
    Test number
    758363484000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass16,981 miles (+204)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    16,981 miles
    Test number
    435347873015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass16,777 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    16,777 miles
    Test number
    645839162084
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  10. Pass16,746 km (+197)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    16,746 km
    Test number
    196281641428
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  11. Pass16,549 km (+260)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    16,549 km
    Test number
    214862940015
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • NoteFront brake pads starting to get low.

  12. Pass16,289 km (+577)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    16,289 km
    Test number
    780090559096
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • NoteChain starting to rust, recommend lubricating.

  13. Pass15,712 km
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    15,712 km
    Test number
    133371338071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass14,878 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    14,878 miles
    Test number
    831145157025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass13,719 km
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    13,719 km
    Test number
    463817646076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M171 DEX

Does M171 DEX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M171 DEX is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on M171 DEX?
The MOT on M171 DEX is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M171 DEX done?
M171 DEX was recorded at 21,203 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2023, an average of 390 miles a year.
Has M171 DEX ever failed its MOT?
No. M171 DEX has passed all 15 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on M171 DEX ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on M171 DEX find?
M171 DEX passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: drive chain slightly loose.

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