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L159 YFW

1994 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

33,709 mi
Last recorded33,709 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2024
Typical for 1994 Honda CB25029,842 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL159 YFW
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2024 33,709 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 33,130 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 32,232 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 32,089 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2019 31,911 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 30,989 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 29,598 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey balance pipe (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

breather pipe split

rear number plate damaged

Pass 2 Aug 2016 28,131 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 26,719 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 3 Aug 2015 26,683 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 26 Feb 2014 25,229 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

gear lever slightly bent

Pass 26 Feb 2014 25,229 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

gear lever slightly bent

Fail 22 Feb 2013 23,741 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 23,741 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 22,529 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 21,887 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2009 19,414 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2008 18,002 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 17,972 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 15,861 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 14,981 miles

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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L159 YFW is a 1994 Honda CB250 in Red with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 L159 YFW, 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 L159 YFW registered?

L159 YFW is a 1994 Honda CB250, first registered on 6 May 1994.

Is L159 YFW safe to buy?

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