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H242 GLM

1991 Honda CD250U

Blue Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

2,777 mi
Last recorded2,777 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1991 Honda CD250U26,942 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH242 GLM
MakeHonda
ModelCD250U
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 2,777 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 9 May 2025 2,678 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 2,590 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 2,447 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 23 Sep 2021 2,447 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 2,388 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 2,177 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 18 Oct 2019 2,177 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2018 2,064 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 1,913 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey Exhaust manifold stud broken (7.1.1b)

Front position light not working

Pass 9 Sep 2016 1,725 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust manifold stud broken

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Position light not working

Pass 10 Sep 2015 1,527 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust manifold stud broken

Pass 27 Aug 2014 1,334 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 1,150 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

rear brake adjuster not fitted as it should be (function not impaired)

Fail 9 Aug 2013 1,148 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

rear brake adjuster not fitted as it should be (function not impaired)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 850 miles

slight play in handle bar rubber mountings

Fail 5 Jul 2012 838 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

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

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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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H242 GLM is a 1991 Honda CD250U in Blue with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1991 Honda CD250U models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 26,942 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 H242 GLM, 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 35 years old, this Honda CD250U is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H242 GLM registered?

H242 GLM is a 1991 Honda CD250U, first registered on 14 May 1991.

Is H242 GLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for H242 GLM shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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