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CVB 914W

1980 Honda CB250RS

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2021
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

58,411 mi
Last recorded58,411 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2019
Typical for 1980 Honda CB250RS31,438 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCVB 914W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250RS
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2019 58,411 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 55,257 miles

Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 25 Jul 2018 55,257 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 54,609 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 26 Jul 2017 54,609 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 20 Jul 2017 54,607 miles

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride Rear torque arm (6.2.1h)

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 May 2014 54,422 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 16 May 2013 53,935 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2012 53,323 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2010 52,277 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 50,723 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2009 50,723 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Honda CB250RS?

Based on 1,481 MOT tests across 206 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
206
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp 10
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 8
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CVB 914W is a 1980 Honda CB250RS in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 Honda CB250RS models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 31,438 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 CB250RS fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CVB 914W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB250RS typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 46 years old, this Honda CB250RS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CVB 914W registered?

CVB 914W is a 1980 Honda CB250RS, first registered on 12 September 1980.

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The MOT history for CVB 914W shows 12 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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