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P612 JFL

1996 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

18,935 mi
Last recorded18,935 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2024
Typical for 1996 Honda CB25023,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP612 JFL
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2024 18,935 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 2 May 2023 18,816 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 18,654 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 18,201 miles

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

slight cracking on front tyre sidewall

Fail 22 Jul 2017 18,187 miles

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

slight cracking on front tyre sidewall

Pass 28 Mar 2013 16,455 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2012 16,099 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 15,925 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 15,000 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2010 15,000 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2009 13,210 miles

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

Fail 16 Jan 2009 13,210 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

Pass 3 Dec 2007 10,778 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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P612 JFL is a 1996 Honda CB250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 P612 JFL, 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 P612 JFL registered?

P612 JFL is a 1996 Honda CB250, first registered on 20 November 1996.

Is P612 JFL safe to buy?

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