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J388 BYB

1991 Honda CD250U

Blue Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

44,530 mi
Last recorded44,530 miles
Recorded on17 May 2008
Typical for 1991 Honda CD250U26,942 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ388 BYB
MakeHonda
ModelCD250U
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2008 44,530 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 44,530 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 19 May 2007 44,530 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 44,530 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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J388 BYB is a 1991 Honda CD250U in Blue with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 J388 BYB, 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 J388 BYB registered?

J388 BYB is a 1991 Honda CD250U, first registered on 2 August 1991.

Is J388 BYB safe to buy?

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