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EAE 148W

1980 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,849 mi
Last recorded40,849 miles
Recorded on24 May 2010
Typical for 1980 Honda CB25029,798 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEAE 148W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2010 40,849 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 39,547 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 37,916 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 36,119 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 35,175 miles
Fail 9 May 2006 35,175 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Nearside Rear Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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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EAE 148W is a 1980 Honda CB250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1980 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 29,798 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 EAE 148W, 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 46 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 EAE 148W?

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What year was EAE 148W registered?

EAE 148W is a 1980 Honda CB250, first registered on 4 November 1980.

Is EAE 148W safe to buy?

The MOT history for EAE 148W shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EAE 148W have outstanding finance?

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