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D830 FVN

1987 Honda VT250

Yellow Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,639 mi
Last recorded25,639 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2013
Typical for 1987 Honda VT25031,925 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD830 FVN
MakeHonda
ModelVT250
Year1987
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2013 25,639 miles

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

battery low of voltage may require replaced

slight damage to fairing and other panels

slight damage to fuel tank

Pass 15 Nov 2012 25,608 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Oil leak

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

fairng slightly damaged on other panels

tank slightly damaged

Fail 15 Nov 2012 25,608 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

fairng slightly damaged on other panels

tank slightly damaged

Pass 3 Aug 2009 25,641 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 25,215 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 23,911 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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D830 FVN is a 1987 Honda VT250 in Yellow with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 D830 FVN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D830 FVN registered?

D830 FVN is a 1987 Honda VT250, first registered on 1 May 1987.

Is D830 FVN safe to buy?

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