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L148 GYW

1994 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

47,003 mi
Last recorded47,003 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2010
Typical for 1994 Honda CB25029,842 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL148 GYW
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2010 47,003 miles

Offside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 28 Jan 2009 43,664 miles

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

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Jan 2009 43,664 miles

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

Fail 1 Feb 2008 40,026 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2008 40,026 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 36,601 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2007 36,601 miles

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

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Feb 2006 32,514 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2006 32,514 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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L148 GYW is a 1994 Honda CB250 in Red with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1994 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 29,842 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 L148 GYW, 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 32 years old, this Honda CB250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L148 GYW registered?

L148 GYW is a 1994 Honda CB250, first registered on 13 May 1994.

Is L148 GYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L148 GYW shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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