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LF02 VUW

2002 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2020
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

25,465 mi
Last recorded25,465 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2019
Typical for 2002 Honda CB25015,804 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF02 VUW
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2019 25,465 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 25,178 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2018 25,151 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 13,055 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 13,055 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 11,523 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

repair to r/h silencer

Fail 19 Sep 2009 11,460 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

repair to r/h silencer

Pass 20 Sep 2008 9,582 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front tyre starting to crack

Fail 13 Sep 2008 9,519 miles

Nearside Upper Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear Lower Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Offside Upper Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front tyre starting to crack

Pass 26 Sep 2007 8,113 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 7,920 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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LF02 VUW is a 2002 Honda CB250 in Red with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2002 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 15,804 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 LF02 VUW, 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 24 years old, this Honda CB250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LF02 VUW registered?

LF02 VUW is a 2002 Honda CB250, first registered on 12 March 2002.

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