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P695 TGN

1996 Honda CB250

Black Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests28 (19 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate67.9%

Mileage

22,694 mi
Last recorded22,694 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda CB25023,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP695 TGN
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

19 pass 9 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 22,694 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

throttle sticks but can be manually returned

Pass 28 May 2025 22,192 miles

Offside Front Offside Front Footpeg bent

Pass 1 Jun 2024 21,123 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Footpeg bent

Pass 26 Apr 2023 20,646 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2022 19,935 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2022 19,893 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working stop lamp not working off rear foot brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected bike is accelerating when turning right (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Feb 2021 18,926 miles

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

Offside DRIVER FOOTREST BENT BUT BOES NOT AFFECT REAR BRAKE OPERATION

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 18,409 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 6 Feb 2020 18,356 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2019 16,966 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 21 Feb 2019 16,924 miles

Front Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 8 Feb 2018 15,362 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 8 Feb 2018 15,362 miles

Fuel cap mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.2c) DANGEROUS

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Feb 2017 13,910 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 13,828 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 13,671 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2014 13,671 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 15 Jan 2013 13,484 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Jan 2013 13,484 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 12,900 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2012 12,900 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Jan 2011 12,153 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2011 12,153 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2010 11,696 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2009 11,097 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Jan 2009 11,097 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 10,543 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 10,074 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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P695 TGN is a 1996 Honda CB250 in Black with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.

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 P695 TGN, 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 P695 TGN registered?

P695 TGN is a 1996 Honda CB250, first registered on 16 December 1996.

Is P695 TGN safe to buy?

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