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P344 MOH

1997 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

40,557 mi
Last recorded40,557 miles
Recorded on3 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda CB25023,790 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP344 MOH
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 May 2024 40,557 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 39,292 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 May 2022 36,871 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 34,809 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2021 34,809 miles

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 33,378 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 31,088 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 29,183 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 28,181 miles

Central Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 11 Jan 2017 28,181 miles

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Central Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 26,893 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 24,724 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2014 22,710 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2014 22,710 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 20,661 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 11 Jan 2013 20,661 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 18,395 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 4 Jan 2011 15,303 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2011 15,303 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 13,282 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 11,100 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2008 9,489 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

slight age related cracking of front tyre sidewall but acceptable at time of test

Pass 19 Jan 2007 6,167 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

pannier mount brackets need end threads covering up to prevent walkby injuries

Pass 17 Jan 2006 3,803 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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P344 MOH is a 1997 Honda CB250 in Red with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 P344 MOH, 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 P344 MOH registered?

P344 MOH is a 1997 Honda CB250, first registered on 16 May 1997.

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