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ET04 MSY

2004 Honda CBF250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

27,158 mi
Last recorded27,158 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF25012,140 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET04 MSY
MakeHonda
ModelCBF250
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 27,158 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 26,791 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 26,482 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Mar 2023 26,117 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 26,020 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 25,044 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2019 24,956 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 24,425 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 23,906 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 23,232 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 22,717 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 22,154 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 22,104 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 21,348 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 20,717 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 15,773 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 15,138 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 15,138 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 14,380 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 10,745 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBF250?

Based on 8,978 MOT tests across 742 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
715
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
742
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 85
Drive chain excessively loose 82
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 79
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 55
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 47
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ET04 MSY is a 2004 Honda CBF250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2004 Honda CBF250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 12,140 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CBF250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ET04 MSY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBF250 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Honda CBF250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ET04 MSY registered?

ET04 MSY is a 2004 Honda CBF250, first registered on 23 July 2004.

Is ET04 MSY safe to buy?

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