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P347 BBC

1996 Honda CB250

Black Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

32,397 mi
Last recorded32,397 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2022
Typical for 1996 Honda CB25023,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP347 BBC
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2022 32,397 miles

(N/S) Indicator switch slightly worn.

Chain guard missing.

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slightly notchy. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 12 Jan 2022 32,397 miles

Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

(N/S) Indicator switch slightly worn.

Chain guard missing.

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slightly notchy. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 31,635 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 30,845 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swingarm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 17 Dec 2019 30,845 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swingarm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2019 30,841 miles

Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

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

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Forks in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected front fork brace missing (2.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swingarm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

front caliper bolt lightly rubbing brake disc

Pass 7 Jan 2017 30,640 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Dec 2015 27,394 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2015 24,152 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 21,231 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 19,275 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 16,592 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 14,046 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2010 14,046 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2009 11,142 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 8,384 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 5,241 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 2,537 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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P347 BBC is a 1996 Honda CB250 in Black with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P347 BBC, 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.

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What year was P347 BBC registered?

P347 BBC is a 1996 Honda CB250, first registered on 13 August 1996.

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