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FKP 903Y

1983 Honda VT250

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

47,533 mi
Last recorded47,533 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2007
Typical for 1983 Honda VT25020,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKP 903Y
MakeHonda
ModelVT250
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2007 47,533 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2007 47,533 miles

Plate brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.B2b)

Rear Registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

How Reliable is the Honda VT250?

Based on 1,175 MOT tests across 227 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
284
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
227
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 40
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 13
Footrest insecure 13
Throttle operating incorrectly 12
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 11
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FKP 903Y is a 1983 Honda VT250 in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1983 Honda VT250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 20,970 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 VT250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FKP 903Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VT250 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 43 years old, this Honda VT250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FKP 903Y?

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What year was FKP 903Y registered?

FKP 903Y is a 1983 Honda VT250, first registered on 16 March 1983.

Is FKP 903Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FKP 903Y shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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