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BBB 569V

1980 Honda CB250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

30,412 mi
Last recorded30,412 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2018
Typical for 1980 Honda CB25029,798 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBB 569V
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2018 30,412 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2018 30,412 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Offside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 30,049 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 19 Jun 2017 30,030 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 29,776 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 23 Jun 2016 29,776 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working Very dim (1.5.1c)

Offside Fuel system component leaking Carb leaking fuel (7.2.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 29,160 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 29,122 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 28,199 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 27,994 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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BBB 569V is a 1980 Honda CB250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1980 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 29,798 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 BBB 569V, 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 46 years old, this Honda CB250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BBB 569V registered?

BBB 569V is a 1980 Honda CB250, first registered on 8 January 1980.

Is BBB 569V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BBB 569V shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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