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P193 HMP

1997 Honda CB250

Black Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

18,894 mi
Last recorded18,894 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CB25023,790 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP193 HMP
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 18,894 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 18,829 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2024 18,829 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 18,827 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 18,804 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 18,781 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 18,740 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 18,714 miles

Rear brake stabilizer rod rear bush worn

Pass 5 Sep 2018 18,675 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 18,627 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 18,564 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 18,405 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2015 18,382 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front tyre perished but not down to cords

Pass 27 Sep 2010 18,322 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Sep 2010 18,322 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2009 18,196 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2007 16,914 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 15,328 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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P193 HMP is a 1997 Honda CB250 in Black with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P193 HMP, 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 P193 HMP registered?

P193 HMP is a 1997 Honda CB250, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is P193 HMP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P193 HMP shows 18 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.

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