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P127 OLM

1997 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

34,323 mi
Last recorded34,323 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda CB25023,790 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP127 OLM
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2016 34,323 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 33,894 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 31,609 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 30,287 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 29,393 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 28,993 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 23,403 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 23,391 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 23,212 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 23,204 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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P127 OLM is a 1997 Honda CB250 in Red with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1997 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 23,790 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 P127 OLM, 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 29 years old, this Honda CB250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P127 OLM registered?

P127 OLM is a 1997 Honda CB250, first registered on 6 June 1997.

Is P127 OLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P127 OLM shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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