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P571 PSX

1997 Honda CB250

Black Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

31,144 mi
Last recorded31,144 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CB25023,790 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP571 PSX
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 31,144 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 31,134 miles

Fork yoke deformed but serviceable front upper fork yoke bearings showing signs of wear [ sized ] (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect front both n/s o/s shock-absorbers showing signs of wear [weak] (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 30,968 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 30,957 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 30,926 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 30,892 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 30,875 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 30,587 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 29,959 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 29,133 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 28,621 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Fail 12 Mar 2007 28,585 miles

Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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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P571 PSX is a 1997 Honda CB250 in Black with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 P571 PSX, 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 P571 PSX registered?

P571 PSX is a 1997 Honda CB250, first registered on 22 July 1997.

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