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KJM 172W

1981 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,662 mi
Last recorded25,662 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2016
Typical for 1981 Honda CB25031,740 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJM 172W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2016 25,662 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 25,649 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 24,018 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 24,008 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 23,809 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 29 Feb 2012 53,704 miles

Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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KJM 172W is a 1981 Honda CB250 in Red with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KJM 172W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KJM 172W?

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What year was KJM 172W registered?

KJM 172W is a 1981 Honda CB250, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is KJM 172W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJM 172W shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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