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LAO 798W

1980 Honda CB250

Blue Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,154 mi
Last recorded32,154 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2013
Typical for 1980 Honda CB25029,798 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAO 798W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2013 32,154 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2013 32,154 miles

Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Oct 2012 31,937 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 31,240 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2007 31,213 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2006 31,127 miles

Front Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

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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LAO 798W is a 1980 Honda CB250 in Blue with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 29,798 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 LAO 798W, 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 46 years old, this Honda CB250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LAO 798W?

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What year was LAO 798W registered?

LAO 798W is a 1980 Honda CB250, first registered on 29 September 1980.

Is LAO 798W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAO 798W shows 6 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.

Does LAO 798W have outstanding finance?

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