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P101 HYB

1996 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2023
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

59,251 mi
Last recorded59,251 miles
Recorded on27 May 2022
Typical for 1996 Honda CB25023,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP101 HYB
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 May 2022 59,251 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 May 2022 59,251 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 May 2021 56,551 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 29 Mar 2021 56,462 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket so loose it is likely to fail Rubbing on swingarm (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Jan 2020 53,955 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

exhaust system deteriorated

Fail 16 Jan 2020 53,955 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 3 Jan 2019 49,994 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 46,363 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2018 46,363 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 46,299 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

corrosion in mudguard

number plate in poor condition

Fail 22 Apr 2010 46,299 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

corrosion in mudguard

number plate in poor condition

Fail 19 Apr 2010 46,299 miles

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

corrosion in mudguard

number plate in poor condition

Pass 3 Apr 2009 44,739 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 42,580 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 39,933 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 37,485 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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P101 HYB is a 1996 Honda CB250 in Red with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1996 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 23,396 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 P101 HYB, 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 30 years old, this Honda CB250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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P101 HYB is a 1996 Honda CB250, first registered on 1 August 1996.

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