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AO02 SGU

2002 Honda CB250

Black Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

16,940 mi
Last recorded16,940 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda CB25015,804 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO02 SGU
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 16,940 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 16,882 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Sep 2024 16,867 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 16,528 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 16 Sep 2022 16,528 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 16,506 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 16,382 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 16,302 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 16,280 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2016 16,073 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Offside Front fork seal dust cover slightly perished

Fail 20 May 2015 15,803 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Fork seal dust covers slightly persished

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 20 May 2015 15,803 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Fork seal dust covers slightly persished

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 May 2013 13,186 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 11,900 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 11,900 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 May 2011 9,595 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 6,770 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 5,615 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 4,730 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 3,361 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 2,393 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB250?

Based on 27,783 MOT tests across 3,466 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
543
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
3,466
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 378
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 287
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 274
Drive chain excessively loose 193
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 175
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AO02 SGU is a 2002 Honda CB250 in Black with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2002 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 15,804 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 CB250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 378 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO02 SGU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB250 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 24 years old, this Honda CB250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AO02 SGU registered?

AO02 SGU is a 2002 Honda CB250, first registered on 24 May 2002.

Is AO02 SGU safe to buy?

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