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FY55 XED

2005 Honda CBF250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

6,640 mi
Last recorded6,640 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF25011,064 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 XED
MakeHonda
ModelCBF250
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 6,640 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2025 6,459 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Mar 2024 5,192 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 4,965 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 3,488 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 3,474 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 2,997 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2016 2,997 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 May 2015 2,789 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 2,759 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front brake lever movement slightly rough

Pass 16 Jun 2014 1,985 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 762 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 658 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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FY55 XED is a 2005 Honda CBF250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2005 Honda CBF250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 11,064 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 CBF250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY55 XED, 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 21 years old, this Honda CBF250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FY55 XED registered?

FY55 XED is a 2005 Honda CBF250, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is FY55 XED safe to buy?

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