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G417 VBP

1989 Honda CD250U

Blue Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

36,363 mi
Last recorded36,363 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 1989 Honda CD250U31,218 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG417 VBP
MakeHonda
ModelCD250U
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 36,363 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 36,314 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 36,251 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 3 Sep 2021 35,972 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front mudguard missing

Pass 25 Aug 2020 35,766 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 28 Aug 2019 35,587 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front mudguard missing

Pass 28 Mar 2018 35,410 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front mudguard missing

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 28 Mar 2018 35,410 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front mudguard missing

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 35,139 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 25 Jun 2015 35,042 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside fork gaiter split.

Pass 25 Jun 2015 35,042 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside fork gaiter split.

Pass 15 Jul 2014 34,892 miles

Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

front tyre perishing

throttle slightly stiff on rh lock

Pass 23 May 2013 34,888 miles

Horn bracket loose.

Fail 23 May 2013 34,888 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn bracket loose.

Pass 30 May 2012 34,886 miles

front tyre cracking

Pass 26 May 2011 34,874 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 34,874 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 May 2010 34,868 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Fail 22 May 2010 34,868 miles

Front Decelerometer brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.E1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Fail 8 May 2009 34,863 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 8 May 2009 34,863 miles

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 31 May 2008 34,825 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 34,825 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Decelerometer brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.E1d) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 31 May 2007 34,804 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 31 May 2007 34,804 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 18 May 2006 34,797 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CD250U?

Based on 5,153 MOT tests across 615 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
417
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
615
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 67
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 54
Drive chain excessively loose 42
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 36
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 33
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G417 VBP is a 1989 Honda CD250U in Blue with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1989 Honda CD250U models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 31,218 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 CD250U fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 67 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G417 VBP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CD250U typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 37 years old, this Honda CD250U is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G417 VBP registered?

G417 VBP is a 1989 Honda CD250U, first registered on 1 August 1989.

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