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L696 JRJ

1994 Honda CB250

Grey Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

26,320 mi
Last recorded26,320 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2024
Typical for 1994 Honda CB25029,842 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL696 JRJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2024 26,320 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

centre stand and side stand return spring weak

Pass 1 Jul 2023 25,717 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 24,379 miles

Front tyre perished but cords not exposed

Neutral light inoperative

Pass 29 Jun 2017 23,312 miles

n/s rear indicator tape repaired

Pass 16 Jun 2016 23,034 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 22,842 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2013 22,569 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 29 Nov 2013 22,569 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 18 Aug 2012 22,086 miles

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

advise clicking front wheel on rotation

Pass 18 Aug 2012 22,086 miles

advise clicking front wheel on rotation

Pass 2 Jul 2011 21,385 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 20,705 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 19,533 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

front tyre under inflation

Pass 7 Jun 2008 18,609 miles

Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 7 Jun 2008 18,609 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Jun 2007 17,785 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 17,785 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2006 17,095 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2006 17,083 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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L696 JRJ is a 1994 Honda CB250 in Grey with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 L696 JRJ, 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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L696 JRJ is a 1994 Honda CB250, first registered on 2 June 1994.

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