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C899 BYV

1985 Honda VT250

Black Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

6 mi
Last recorded6 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2011
Typical for 1985 Honda VT25025,268 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC899 BYV
MakeHonda
ModelVT250
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2011 6 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 47,753 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2008 47,753 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Offside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2007 47,270 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 46,769 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 46,769 miles

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

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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C899 BYV is a 1985 Honda VT250 in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 C899 BYV, 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

How do I check the history of C899 BYV?

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What year was C899 BYV registered?

C899 BYV is a 1985 Honda VT250, first registered on 16 September 1985.

Is C899 BYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C899 BYV shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C899 BYV have outstanding finance?

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