CarVerify

Free Car Check

FV61 VSM

2011 Honda CBR250

Black Petrol 249cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

17,591 mi
Last recorded17,591 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2017
Typical for 2011 Honda CBR25010,660 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV61 VSM
MakeHonda
ModelCBR250
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
View full Honda CBR250 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2017 17,591 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 28 Oct 2017 17,591 miles

Nearside Rear Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 10,376 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 9,852 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 26 Nov 2014 9,852 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Honda CBR250?

Based on 888 MOT tests across 141 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
752
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
141
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 7
Full Honda CBR250 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

FV61 VSM is a 2011 Honda CBR250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2011 Honda CBR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 10,660 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 CBR250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV61 VSM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR250 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 15 years old, this Honda CBR250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FV61 VSM?

You can check the full history of FV61 VSM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FV61 VSM registered?

FV61 VSM is a 2011 Honda CBR250, first registered on 1 December 2011.

Is FV61 VSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV61 VSM shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV61 VSM have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FV61 VSM. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.