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C685 MGJ

1986 Honda VT250

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,393 mi
Last recorded57,393 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2011
Typical for 1986 Honda VT25028,407 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC685 MGJ
MakeHonda
ModelVT250
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 23 Sep 2011 57,393 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 55,563 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 53,865 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 52,336 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 50,573 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 48,755 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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C685 MGJ is a 1986 Honda VT250 in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Honda VT250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 28,407 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 C685 MGJ, 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 40 years old, this Honda VT250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C685 MGJ registered?

C685 MGJ is a 1986 Honda VT250, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C685 MGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C685 MGJ shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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