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AY54 XZV

2004 Honda CBF250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

16,479 mi
Last recorded16,479 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF25012,140 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY54 XZV
MakeHonda
ModelCBF250
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 16,479 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2025 16,479 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 16,358 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 16,044 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 15,603 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 15,419 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2021 15,419 miles

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 15,208 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 14,638 miles

Clutch operation excessively stiff

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Excess rear brake pedal movement

Limited rear brake adustment

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 13,973 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 13,295 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 12,677 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 11,947 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 11,371 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 10,903 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 9,925 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2012 9,925 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Sep 2011 8,948 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 8,408 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 7,819 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2008 6,480 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 4,841 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBF250?

Based on 8,978 MOT tests across 742 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
715
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
742
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 85
Drive chain excessively loose 82
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 79
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 55
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 47
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AY54 XZV is a 2004 Honda CBF250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2004 Honda CBF250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 12,140 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CBF250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY54 XZV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBF250 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Honda CBF250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AY54 XZV registered?

AY54 XZV is a 2004 Honda CBF250, first registered on 9 September 2004.

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