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L59 DPE

1994 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

19,095 mi
Last recorded19,095 miles
Recorded on11 May 2017
Typical for 1994 Honda CB25029,842 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL59 DPE
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2017 19,095 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 10 May 2017 19,095 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 80,093 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2015 75,190 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 69,816 miles

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

Fail 2 Aug 2013 69,628 miles

Front suspension assembly component missing (2.3.1)

Fail 10 Aug 2012 62,494 miles

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 62,494 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 59,163 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 58,820 miles

seat cover ripped

Fail 23 Jul 2010 58,820 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

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

seat cover ripped

Pass 8 Jul 2009 58,680 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 58,070 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 57,642 miles

o/s front ind lamp lense covered with clear tape not insecure no white light showing

rear no plate not std plate.made from yellow hard backing can be read from more than 15 metres

Pass 15 Jul 2006 56,803 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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L59 DPE is a 1994 Honda CB250 in Red with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 L59 DPE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L59 DPE registered?

L59 DPE is a 1994 Honda CB250, first registered on 7 March 1994.

Is L59 DPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for L59 DPE shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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