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P504 FRA

1997 Honda CB250

Black Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

24,427 mi
Last recorded24,427 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2022
Typical for 1997 Honda CB25023,790 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP504 FRA
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2022 24,427 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2022 24,427 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2021 22,766 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 22,030 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system rusty.

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

Fail 10 Jun 2020 22,030 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system rusty.

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2019 21,200 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 17,889 miles

steering head bearings slightly notchy

Pass 4 Jul 2017 13,291 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 13,160 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 13,115 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 13,099 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 12,987 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 12,925 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 12,680 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 12,346 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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P504 FRA is a 1997 Honda CB250 in Black with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P504 FRA, 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 P504 FRA registered?

P504 FRA is a 1997 Honda CB250, first registered on 7 February 1997.

Is P504 FRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P504 FRA shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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