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CPG 871T

1979 Honda CB250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

35,912 mi
Last recorded35,912 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2009
Typical for 1979 Honda CB25025,531 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCPG 871T
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2009 35,912 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 35,901 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 19 May 2008 34,744 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 34,337 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 33,755 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 33,755 miles

Nearside Upper Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Offside Upper Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

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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CPG 871T is a 1979 Honda CB250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 25,531 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 CPG 871T, 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 47 years old, this Honda CB250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CPG 871T?

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What year was CPG 871T registered?

CPG 871T is a 1979 Honda CB250, first registered on 20 June 1979.

Is CPG 871T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CPG 871T 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.

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