MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
28,543 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))
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
Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))
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))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
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))
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
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))
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))
How Reliable is the Honda CB250?
Based on 27,783 MOT tests across 3,466 vehicles.
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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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