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B56 JRR

1985 Honda VT250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

32,238 mi
Last recorded32,238 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2015
Typical for 1985 Honda VT25025,268 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB56 JRR
MakeHonda
ModelVT250
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2015 32,238 miles

rear tyre cracking on side walls

Pass 29 Apr 2014 31,461 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 30,580 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 29,161 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2011 28,012 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 25,643 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 24,017 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 22,346 miles

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

Fail 18 Apr 2008 22,346 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2007 19,459 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 17,107 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 17,107 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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B56 JRR is a 1985 Honda VT250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1985 Honda VT250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 25,268 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 B56 JRR, 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 41 years old, this Honda VT250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B56 JRR registered?

B56 JRR is a 1985 Honda VT250, first registered on 26 March 1985.

Is B56 JRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for B56 JRR shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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