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LDY 521Y

1983 Honda CB250

Blue Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

11,255 mi
Last recorded11,255 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2024
Typical for 1983 Honda CB25030,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLDY 521Y
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2024 11,255 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2023 11,197 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 11,103 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 10,922 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 10,783 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 10,521 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 10,390 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 10,325 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 10,194 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front tyre perishing

Pass 3 Jun 2015 10,018 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front tyre starting to perrish

Fail 15 May 2014 9,865 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front tyre starting to perish

Pass 15 May 2014 9,865 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front tyre starting to perish

Pass 7 May 2013 9,368 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 8,878 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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LDY 521Y is a 1983 Honda CB250 in Blue with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1983 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 30,067 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 LDY 521Y, 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 43 years old, this Honda CB250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LDY 521Y?

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What year was LDY 521Y registered?

LDY 521Y is a 1983 Honda CB250, first registered on 26 July 1983.

Is LDY 521Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for LDY 521Y shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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