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GK55 YGJ

2005 Honda CBF250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Honda CBF25011,064 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK55 YGJ
MakeHonda
ModelCBF250
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2025
Pass 22 May 2024 82,936 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022
Pass 14 Jul 2021
Pass 17 Jul 2020
Pass 6 Jun 2019
Fail 23 May 2019

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Fork seal leaking. (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Jun 2018
Fail 24 May 2018

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jun 2017

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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GK55 YGJ is a 2005 Honda CBF250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GK55 YGJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GK55 YGJ registered?

GK55 YGJ is a 2005 Honda CBF250, first registered on 14 October 2005.

Is GK55 YGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK55 YGJ shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GK55 YGJ have outstanding finance?

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