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DDM 187X

1981 Honda CB250RS

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2022
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

86,643 mi
Last recorded86,643 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2021
Typical for 1981 Honda CB250RS32,513 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDDM 187X
MakeHonda
ModelCB250RS
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2021 86,643 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 84,888 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 83,405 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2020 83,388 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 80,998 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2019 80,998 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2018 78,479 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2018 78,466 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2016 76,549 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 74,625 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Dec 2013 69,641 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

rear drive sprocket worn

Pass 26 Feb 2013 67,460 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 25 Feb 2013 67,415 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 29 Feb 2012 63,930 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Fail 29 Feb 2012 63,930 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Feb 2011 58,761 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 55,158 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 54,227 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2008 54,227 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Pass 8 Sep 2007 51,278 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 51,171 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2006 44,478 miles

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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DDM 187X is a 1981 Honda CB250RS in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 1981 Honda CB250RS models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 32,513 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 DDM 187X, 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 45 years old, this Honda CB250RS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DDM 187X registered?

DDM 187X is a 1981 Honda CB250RS, first registered on 11 August 1981.

Is DDM 187X safe to buy?

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