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D556 TGF

1987 Honda VT250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

16,353 mi
Last recorded16,353 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2018
Typical for 1987 Honda VT25031,925 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD556 TGF
MakeHonda
ModelVT250
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2018 16,353 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 16,051 miles

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

Oil leak top of rear cyclinder ()

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

unable to check front brake pads

Pass 27 Sep 2016 15,898 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 15,666 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2012 15,627 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 15,526 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 22 Sep 2011 15,511 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Jul 2010 15,436 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 15,145 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 14,830 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (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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D556 TGF is a 1987 Honda VT250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1987 Honda VT250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 31,925 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 D556 TGF, 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 39 years old, this Honda VT250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D556 TGF registered?

D556 TGF is a 1987 Honda VT250, first registered on 29 May 1987.

Is D556 TGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D556 TGF shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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