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L62 TGN

1993 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2026
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

80,898 mi
Last recorded80,898 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2025
Typical for 1993 Honda CB25029,791 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL62 TGN
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2025 80,898 miles

Central Front Upper Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2024 73,235 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 72,600 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 72,510 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 72,478 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 71,648 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 69,913 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

front offside footrest slightly bent

rear footrests worn

Fail 4 Aug 2014 69,913 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

front offside footrest slightly bent

rear footrests worn

Fail 1 Aug 2014

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Fail 14 Sep 2012 67,967 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2012 67,967 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 66,446 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 66,446 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 63,663 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 16 Aug 2010 63,657 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 61,494 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2009 61,494 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 58,783 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 58,783 miles

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 25 Jul 2007 57,480 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 57,086 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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L62 TGN is a 1993 Honda CB250 in Red with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1993 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 29,791 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 L62 TGN, 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 33 years old, this Honda CB250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L62 TGN registered?

L62 TGN is a 1993 Honda CB250, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L62 TGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for L62 TGN shows 21 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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