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GU52 RZJ

2002 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests29 (20 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate69%

Mileage

38,773 mi
Last recorded38,773 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda CB25015,804 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU52 RZJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

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MOT History

20 pass 9 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 38,773 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear BACK TYRE SLIGHT AGE MARKS

Rear Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Fail 24 Jun 2025 38,773 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear BACK TYRE SLIGHT AGE MARKS

Rear Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 38,455 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 37,869 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 36,533 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 35,493 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 35,173 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2020 35,173 miles

Stop lamp not working From rear brake control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 33,882 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Jun 2019 33,882 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 May 2018 31,632 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 29,473 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 27,123 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 20 Jun 2016 27,121 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 25,210 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 22,865 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2014 22,865 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2013 21,086 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 21,086 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 18,684 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 18,684 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 16,001 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 16,001 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 14,109 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 13,350 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 11,834 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 10,366 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2007 10,366 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2006 10,126 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda CB250?

Based on 27,783 MOT tests across 3,466 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
543
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
3,466
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 378
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 287
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 274
Drive chain excessively loose 193
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 175
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GU52 RZJ is a 2002 Honda CB250 in Red with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69%.

Across all 2002 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 15,804 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 CB250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 378 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GU52 RZJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB250 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 24 years old, this Honda CB250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GU52 RZJ registered?

GU52 RZJ is a 2002 Honda CB250, first registered on 14 October 2002.

Is GU52 RZJ safe to buy?

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