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A170 GHA

1983 Honda VT250

White Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,859 mi
Last recorded13,859 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2023
Typical for 1983 Honda VT25020,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA170 GHA
MakeHonda
ModelVT250
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2023 13,859 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 13,365 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 13,070 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 11,092 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged Perished (4.1.2c)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Nearside Rear Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 10,099 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2014 8,964 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 14 Jan 2014 8,964 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Feb 2013 6,446 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2012 2,637 miles

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Feb 2012 2,637 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Honda VT250?

Based on 1,175 MOT tests across 227 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
284
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
227
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 40
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 13
Footrest insecure 13
Throttle operating incorrectly 12
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 11
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A170 GHA is a 1983 Honda VT250 in White with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1983 Honda VT250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 20,970 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 VT250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A170 GHA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VT250 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 43 years old, this Honda VT250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A170 GHA registered?

A170 GHA is a 1983 Honda VT250, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A170 GHA safe to buy?

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