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P547 PYX

1996 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

28,133 mi
Last recorded28,133 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2016
Typical for 1996 Honda CB25023,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP547 PYX
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2016 28,133 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 28 Oct 2016 28,133 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies faulty front brake stop light switch (1.3.1a)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2015 26,847 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2015 26,847 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride rear sprocket mounting nuts (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Dec 2013 25,068 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly bent (2.3.1)

Pass 4 Dec 2012 22,840 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 20,163 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 14,012 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2005 7,653 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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P547 PYX is a 1996 Honda CB250 in Red with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 P547 PYX, 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 P547 PYX registered?

P547 PYX is a 1996 Honda CB250, first registered on 20 August 1996.

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