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L888 BER

1996 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

12 mi
Last recorded12 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2014
Typical for 1996 Honda CB25023,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL888 BER
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2014 12 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 33,119 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 42,367 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 42,334 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 42,317 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 42,298 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 42,288 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2007 42,154 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 39,237 miles

advise handlebars bent slightly.

advise horn connection.sometimes intermittent.

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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L888 BER is a 1996 Honda CB250 in Red with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1996 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 23,396 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L888 BER, 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 30 years old, this Honda CB250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L888 BER registered?

L888 BER is a 1996 Honda CB250, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is L888 BER safe to buy?

The MOT history for L888 BER shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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