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OEK 230W

1981 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

29,535 mi
Last recorded29,535 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 1981 Honda CB25031,740 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEK 230W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 29,535 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 27,967 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 27,904 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 27,661 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2019 27,660 miles

Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Pass 9 Mar 2013 27,529 miles

front tyre sidewall cracking

rear tyre sidewall cracking

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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OEK 230W is a 1981 Honda CB250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1981 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 31,740 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 OEK 230W, 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 45 years old, this Honda CB250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OEK 230W registered?

OEK 230W is a 1981 Honda CB250, first registered on 23 March 1981.

Is OEK 230W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEK 230W shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OEK 230W have outstanding finance?

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