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P543 UUF

1996 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

22,318 mi
Last recorded22,318 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda CB25023,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP543 UUF
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 22,318 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024
Fail 20 Aug 2024

Central Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2023
Pass 3 Sep 2022
Pass 6 Aug 2019 21,336 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

brake lever front [reserve] needs adjustment

Pass 4 May 2016 21,054 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 20,664 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 20,384 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 20,176 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 19,814 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 19,786 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 19,549 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

front tyre slightly soft

Pass 13 May 2009 19,498 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 19,298 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 18,946 miles

Nearside Front Upper Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 31 May 2006 18,074 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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P543 UUF is a 1996 Honda CB250 in Red with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 P543 UUF, 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

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What year was P543 UUF registered?

P543 UUF is a 1996 Honda CB250, first registered on 20 September 1996.

Is P543 UUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P543 UUF shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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