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OGW 21W

1981 Honda CB250

Blue Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2012
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

25,799 mi
Last recorded25,799 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2011
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

RegistrationOGW 21W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2011 25,799 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 21 May 2010 24,246 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 24,246 miles

Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear Brake drum(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1g)

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 25 Mar 2006 24,241 miles

Front An item not tested (Manual)

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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OGW 21W is a 1981 Honda CB250 in Blue with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 OGW 21W, 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

How do I check the history of OGW 21W?

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What year was OGW 21W registered?

OGW 21W is a 1981 Honda CB250, first registered on 19 March 1981.

Is OGW 21W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OGW 21W shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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