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B982 GSX

1984 Honda VT250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2023
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

32,422 mi
Last recorded32,422 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2022
Typical for 1984 Honda VT25030,796 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB982 GSX
MakeHonda
ModelVT250
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2022 32,422 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Engine mounting/bracket bracket damaged but not to excess left hand front engine mount containing coolant has a minor leak (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose right hand exhaust (6.1.2 (a))

Motorcycle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced right hand sub frame has been repaired (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2022 32,422 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Engine mounting/bracket bracket damaged but not to excess left hand front engine mount containing coolant has a minor leak (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose right hand exhaust (6.1.2 (a))

Motorcycle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced right hand sub frame has been repaired (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Fail 19 Sep 2022 32,417 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable fitted incorrectly (5.2.3 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 May 2021 32,405 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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B982 GSX is a 1984 Honda VT250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 B982 GSX, 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.

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What year was B982 GSX registered?

B982 GSX is a 1984 Honda VT250, first registered on 15 August 1984.

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