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P168 EDA

1996 Honda CB250

Grey Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

17,052 mi
Last recorded17,052 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2022
Typical for 1996 Honda CB25023,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP168 EDA
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2022 17,052 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 17,041 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 37,701 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 36,254 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 35,402 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 34,115 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 32,958 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 32,173 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 12 May 2011 30,286 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 30,286 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 30,286 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 29,095 miles

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

Exhaust leaking from off side exhaust gasket

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 26,417 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2008 26,407 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 21,881 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 20,066 miles

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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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P168 EDA is a 1996 Honda CB250 in Grey with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 P168 EDA, 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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What year was P168 EDA registered?

P168 EDA is a 1996 Honda CB250, first registered on 1 August 1996.

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