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D97 EBP

1987 Honda VT250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,583 mi
Last recorded37,583 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2023
Typical for 1987 Honda VT25031,925 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD97 EBP
MakeHonda
ModelVT250
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2023 37,583 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2022 35,644 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2022 35,644 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 34,824 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 34,650 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2020 34,650 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2019 34,312 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 34,312 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 26 May 2018 34,299 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 May 2015 34,287 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 34,279 miles

rear tyre sidewalls cracking

Pass 13 Jun 2012 33,805 miles

cut in front tyre tread

front tyre sidewalls cracking

rear tyre sidewalls cracking

Pass 29 May 2008 33,751 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 33,644 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 33,469 miles

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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D97 EBP is a 1987 Honda VT250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 D97 EBP, 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 D97 EBP registered?

D97 EBP is a 1987 Honda VT250, first registered on 10 January 1987.

Is D97 EBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for D97 EBP shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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