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P228 MSX

1997 Honda CB250

Black Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

28,543 mi
Last recorded28,543 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CB25023,790 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP228 MSX
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2025 28,543 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2024 28,543 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2023 28,526 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Oct 2022 27,388 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 24,067 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 21,648 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 21,605 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2018 21,405 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2018 21,405 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2017 21,374 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 26 Jul 2017 21,374 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 21,119 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2016 21,119 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2015 20,943 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 1 Feb 2011 17,589 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2011 17,589 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 13,264 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 12,879 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 11,612 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2008 11,612 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2007 11,261 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 10,631 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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P228 MSX is a 1997 Honda CB250 in Black with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 P228 MSX, 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 P228 MSX registered?

P228 MSX is a 1997 Honda CB250, first registered on 20 February 1997.

Is P228 MSX safe to buy?

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