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F543 YWT

1988 Honda 250

Blue Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2020
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

11,152 mi
Last recorded11,152 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF543 YWT
MakeHonda
Model250
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2019 11,152 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2019 11,152 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2018 10,979 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2018 10,979 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 9,696 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2017 9,696 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 6 Aug 2016 9,430 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 9,336 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2014 8,901 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 8,901 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 8,259 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 8,132 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 7,955 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 7,955 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Fail 6 Oct 2009 7,839 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 7,839 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 7,797 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2008 7,797 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

How Reliable is the Honda 250?

Based on 888 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
318
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Drive chain excessively loose 7
reflector on motorcycle missing 7
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 7
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F543 YWT is a 1988 Honda 250 in Blue with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

The most common reason a Honda 250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F543 YWT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 38 years old, this Honda 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F543 YWT registered?

F543 YWT is a 1988 Honda 250, first registered on 26 August 1988.

Is F543 YWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for F543 YWT shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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