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DFW 250T

1978 Honda CB250

Silver Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,198 mi
Last recorded28,198 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 1978 Honda CB25029,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFW 250T
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 28,198 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 28,078 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2008 27,814 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2008 27,808 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

How Reliable is the Honda CB250?

Based on 27,783 MOT tests across 3,466 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
543
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
3,466
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 378
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 287
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 274
Drive chain excessively loose 193
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 175
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DFW 250T is a 1978 Honda CB250 in Silver with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 29,306 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 CB250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 378 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DFW 250T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB250 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 48 years old, this Honda CB250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DFW 250T?

You can check the full history of DFW 250T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DFW 250T registered?

DFW 250T is a 1978 Honda CB250, first registered on 9 August 1978.

Is DFW 250T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFW 250T shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DFW 250T have outstanding finance?

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