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JJW 127W

1981 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2021
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

32,881 mi
Last recorded32,881 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2020
Typical for 1981 Honda CB25031,740 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJW 127W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2020 32,881 miles

rear suspension operation rather stiff

Fail 22 Jun 2020 32,870 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Front Tyre sidewalls slightly perished.

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Swingarm. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2019 32,765 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 31,338 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2018 31,338 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 29,727 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 29,727 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 4 May 2016 29,388 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 29,388 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2015 29,120 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 28,902 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

both tyres flat

Fail 10 Nov 2011 28,235 miles

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

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2011 28,235 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 11 Nov 2010 27,789 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

headlamp beam deflector fitted for mot test.

Pass 9 Sep 2009 17,041 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 26,417 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 26,392 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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JJW 127W is a 1981 Honda CB250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1981 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 31,740 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 JJW 127W, 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 45 years old, this Honda CB250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JJW 127W registered?

JJW 127W is a 1981 Honda CB250, first registered on 26 March 1981.

Is JJW 127W safe to buy?

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