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CK55 KWU

2005 Honda CBF250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,055 mi
Last recorded24,055 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF25011,064 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK55 KWU
MakeHonda
ModelCBF250
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 24,055 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

rear mudguard and tail piece need securing

Fail 23 Jul 2025 23,773 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 12 May 2025 23,425 miles

Handlebar excessively deformed (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 21,640 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 20,567 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 20,567 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 20,567 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 20,265 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 19,916 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 19,555 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 19,224 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 18,943 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Oct 2015 18,660 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2015 18,660 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 18 Nov 2014 18,366 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 17,164 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

top box loose

Pass 31 Oct 2012 15,817 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2012 15,817 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 7 Nov 2011 13,985 miles

Top box rack loose

Fail 7 Nov 2011 13,985 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Top box rack loose

Pass 4 Nov 2010 12,295 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2010 12,295 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2009 10,223 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 8,162 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBF250?

Based on 8,978 MOT tests across 742 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
715
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
742
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 85
Drive chain excessively loose 82
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 79
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 55
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 47
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CK55 KWU is a 2005 Honda CBF250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Honda CBF250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 11,064 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 CBF250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CK55 KWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBF250 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Honda CBF250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CK55 KWU registered?

CK55 KWU is a 2005 Honda CBF250, first registered on 7 October 2005.

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