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HWG 163W

1980 Honda CB250

Blue Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

24,695 mi
Last recorded24,695 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2018
Typical for 1980 Honda CB25029,798 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHWG 163W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2018 24,695 miles

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

wires loose around headstock but not affecting steering

Fail 31 Aug 2018 24,695 miles

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

wires loose around headstock but not affecting steering

Pass 18 Aug 2017 24,681 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2017 24,681 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2016 24,664 miles

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

Fail 25 Aug 2016 24,664 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel front (3.1.3b)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2015 24,646 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 24,633 miles

chain tension tight

Pass 20 Aug 2013 24,614 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2012 24,592 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 24,559 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

both tyre presures low

o/s/r indecator slightly loose

rear brake noise in roller brake test

Pass 17 Aug 2010 24,493 miles

rear tyre worn low

Pass 27 Aug 2009 24,410 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Aug 2009 24,410 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2008 24,301 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 24,301 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2007 21,269 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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HWG 163W is a 1980 Honda CB250 in Blue with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1980 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 29,798 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 HWG 163W, 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 46 years old, this Honda CB250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HWG 163W registered?

HWG 163W is a 1980 Honda CB250, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is HWG 163W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HWG 163W shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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