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P550 UPN

1996 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

38,718 mi
Last recorded38,718 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2013
Typical for 1996 Honda CB25023,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP550 UPN
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2013 38,718 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 22 Oct 2013 38,718 miles

Headlamp missing (1.2.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 25,288 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 25,279 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 25,154 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 24,971 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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P550 UPN is a 1996 Honda CB250 in Red with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P550 UPN, 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 P550 UPN registered?

P550 UPN is a 1996 Honda CB250, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P550 UPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P550 UPN shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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