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A454 JOY

1984 Honda VT250

White Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,011 mi
Last recorded26,011 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2006
Typical for 1984 Honda VT25030,796 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA454 JOY
MakeHonda
ModelVT250
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2006 26,011 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 20 Sep 2006 26,011 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Oct 2005 25,469 miles

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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A454 JOY is a 1984 Honda VT250 in White with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1984 Honda VT250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 30,796 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 A454 JOY, 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 42 years old, this Honda VT250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A454 JOY?

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What year was A454 JOY registered?

A454 JOY is a 1984 Honda VT250, first registered on 9 April 1984.

Is A454 JOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A454 JOY shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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