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P598 FGM

1997 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

27,638 mi
Last recorded27,638 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CB25023,790 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP598 FGM
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 27,638 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 27,382 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 25,912 miles

Rear Play in cush drive bushes

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

Pass 1 Sep 2021 25,854 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 25,821 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 25,738 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 25,637 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 25,423 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2017 25,423 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 25,388 miles

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit @ 1.6mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2015 25,327 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2014 25,192 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 25,054 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 24,956 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 24,741 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 24,741 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Oct 2010 24,466 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 24,215 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 23,580 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2007 23,420 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 23,200 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2006 23,200 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 5 Sep 2005 22,621 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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P598 FGM is a 1997 Honda CB250 in Red with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 P598 FGM, 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 P598 FGM registered?

P598 FGM is a 1997 Honda CB250, first registered on 4 April 1997.

Is P598 FGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P598 FGM shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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