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C373 TLP

1985 Honda VT250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2011
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

36,654 mi
Last recorded36,654 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2010
Typical for 1985 Honda VT25025,268 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC373 TLP
MakeHonda
ModelVT250
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2010 36,654 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

front tyre has service cracks around sidewall

Fail 9 Oct 2009 36,635 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 36,166 miles

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

Fail 22 Oct 2008 36,158 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

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

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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C373 TLP is a 1985 Honda VT250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 C373 TLP, 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 C373 TLP registered?

C373 TLP is a 1985 Honda VT250, first registered on 24 September 1985.

Is C373 TLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C373 TLP shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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