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P475 CPL

1996 Honda CB250

Yellow Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2025
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

41,029 mi
Last recorded41,029 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2024
Typical for 1996 Honda CB25023,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP475 CPL
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2024 41,029 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 40,827 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 40,344 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2020 39,796 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2020 39,796 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 39,123 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 38,795 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Aug 2018 38,795 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 38,795 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 20 Jul 2017 38,795 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 37,252 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 11 Aug 2015 33,805 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 33,805 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 30,604 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 26,643 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 22,491 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 18,304 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 6 Aug 2010 15,315 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 6 Aug 2010 15,315 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 12,094 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2009 12,094 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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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P475 CPL is a 1996 Honda CB250 in Yellow with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P475 CPL, 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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P475 CPL is a 1996 Honda CB250, first registered on 23 December 1996.

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