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P82 TCV

1997 Honda CB250

Black Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,386 mi
Last recorded17,386 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CB25023,790 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP82 TCV
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 17,386 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 17,223 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 16,942 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 13,857 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 9,026 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 5,841 miles

Front forks corroding

Pass 2 Sep 2019 5,801 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2019 5,801 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 5,743 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 5,540 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 5,540 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 5,414 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2015 5,312 miles

front forks slightly pitted

Pass 12 Aug 2014 5,201 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Pass 6 Aug 2013 5,004 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Fail 6 Aug 2013 5,004 miles

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2012 4,850 miles

front tyre on legal limit

Pass 14 Jun 2011 46,289 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

engine cuts out when turning from lock to lock

Pass 14 Jun 2010 4,433 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 4,265 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 27 May 2008 4,094 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 10 May 2007 3,975 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Pass 2 May 2006 3,800 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

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

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 2 May 2006 3,800 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

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

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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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P82 TCV is a 1997 Honda CB250 in Black with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P82 TCV, 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 P82 TCV registered?

P82 TCV is a 1997 Honda CB250, first registered on 29 May 1997.

Is P82 TCV safe to buy?

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