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G484 UAL

1998 Honda VT250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2017
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

28,679 mi
Last recorded28,679 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2016
Typical for 1998 Honda VT25029,533 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG484 UAL
MakeHonda
ModelVT250
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2016 28,679 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 28,678 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 27,743 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

fork seal dust covers worn

Fail 18 Jul 2013 27,743 miles

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

fork seal dust covers worn

Pass 8 Nov 2011 25,491 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

seat cover is ripped

the anti slip rubber on the gear lever is missing

the front mudguard is cracked but secure & its strength not weakend

the offside front outer fork seal dust cover is deteriated

Fail 8 Nov 2011 25,491 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

seat cover is ripped

the anti slip rubber on the gear lever is missing

the front mudguard is cracked but secure & its strength not weakend

the offside front outer fork seal dust cover is deteriated

Fail 20 Nov 2009 25,485 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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G484 UAL is a 1998 Honda VT250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1998 Honda VT250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 29,533 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 G484 UAL, 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 28 years old, this Honda VT250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G484 UAL registered?

G484 UAL is a 1998 Honda VT250, first registered on 1 October 1998.

Is G484 UAL safe to buy?

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