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L420 PDO

1994 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

66,850 mi
Last recorded66,850 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2015
Typical for 1994 Honda CB25029,842 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL420 PDO
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2015 66,850 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2015 66,843 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 65,566 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 65,554 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2012 64,204 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 58,206 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 51,640 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 44,784 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2008 38,108 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 38,108 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 31,241 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2007 31,241 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 23,297 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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L420 PDO is a 1994 Honda CB250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 L420 PDO, 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 L420 PDO registered?

L420 PDO is a 1994 Honda CB250, first registered on 4 March 1994.

Is L420 PDO safe to buy?

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