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JJP 173V

1980 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

35,925 mi
Last recorded35,925 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2011
Typical for 1980 Honda CB25029,798 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJP 173V
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2011 35,925 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 20 Apr 2011 35,925 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 35,857 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 35,844 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 35,511 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2007 34,083 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2007 34,083 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Rear Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.3.5a)

Rear Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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JJP 173V is a 1980 Honda CB250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 JJP 173V, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JJP 173V registered?

JJP 173V is a 1980 Honda CB250, first registered on 19 June 1980.

Is JJP 173V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JJP 173V shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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