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P647 GOF

1997 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

43,276 mi
Last recorded43,276 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2011
Typical for 1997 Honda CB25023,790 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP647 GOF
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2011 43,276 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2011 43,276 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2010 39,471 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 9 Jan 2010 39,471 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Jan 2009 31,714 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 25,748 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 May 2006 25,606 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 25,568 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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P647 GOF is a 1997 Honda CB250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 P647 GOF, 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 P647 GOF registered?

P647 GOF is a 1997 Honda CB250, first registered on 24 January 1997.

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