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P290 RGP

1996 Honda CB250

Black Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

37,932 mi
Last recorded37,932 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2015
Typical for 1996 Honda CB25023,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP290 RGP
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2015 37,932 miles

exhaust leaking

Fail 21 Nov 2015 37,932 miles

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

exhaust leaking

Pass 4 Oct 2014 35,274 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 34,756 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 34,756 miles

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 12 Jan 2007 32,241 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 29,681 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2006 29,682 miles

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

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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P290 RGP is a 1996 Honda CB250 in Black with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 P290 RGP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P290 RGP?

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What year was P290 RGP registered?

P290 RGP is a 1996 Honda CB250, first registered on 19 September 1996.

Is P290 RGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P290 RGP shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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