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M479 SHH

1995 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

65,492 mi
Last recorded65,492 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 1995 Honda CB25025,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM479 SHH
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 65,492 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 May 2024 65,464 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.4 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2023 20,219 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2022 19,665 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 15 May 2021 18,622 miles
Fail 15 May 2021 18,620 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Fail 12 May 2021 18,601 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 May 2020 17,619 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 16,877 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 15,532 miles

Offside Front footrest slightly bent

Pass 11 Feb 2017 12,597 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2017 12,590 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2015 8,338 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2015 8,334 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2014 7,442 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 6,490 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 6,488 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 6,443 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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M479 SHH is a 1995 Honda CB250 in Red with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1995 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 25,418 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 M479 SHH, 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 31 years old, this Honda CB250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M479 SHH registered?

M479 SHH is a 1995 Honda CB250, first registered on 17 February 1995.

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