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GX51 RFY

2002 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

25,909 mi
Last recorded25,909 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2023
Typical for 2002 Honda CB25015,804 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 RFY
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2023 25,909 miles

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

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

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable right handgrip, slightly higher than left handgrip (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface slightly obscured by rear number plate (4.8.1 (a) (i))

centre exhaust joiner pipe, slight deterioration

end missing from left handgrip

nut missing from rear parcel carrier, o/s

o/s and n/s front indicator arms, taped and cable tied

rear brake pedal, advance travel,, recommend adjust

Pass 30 Sep 2022 25,873 miles

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

end missing from left hand handgrip

nut missing from rear parcel carrier, o/s mount

rear brake pedal, advance travel

Pass 30 Sep 2021 25,035 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 23,647 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Sep 2020 23,646 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

front tyre unevenly worn / perished and split

Pass 30 Aug 2019 22,003 miles

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

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

Handlebar deformed but serviceable o/s handle bar is slightly higher than th n/s (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 19,489 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2017 18,904 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm on low point, slight uneven wear (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm on low point (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2016 16,130 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 13,623 miles

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

Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 10,791 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 7,404 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 3,938 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2012 3,938 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2011 3,619 miles

Front tyre starting to perish

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 14 May 2010 3,093 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 2,424 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 2,424 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2008 1,423 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 1,169 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 1,138 miles

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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GX51 RFY is a 2002 Honda CB250 in Red with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GX51 RFY, 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 GX51 RFY registered?

GX51 RFY is a 2002 Honda CB250, first registered on 11 January 2002.

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