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P860 RBD

1997 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

27,173 mi
Last recorded27,173 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2015
Typical for 1997 Honda CB25023,790 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP860 RBD
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2015 27,173 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 26,940 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2014 26,940 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Pass 5 Feb 2013 26,916 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 26,403 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2010 25,473 miles

rear brake arm a bit sticky

Pass 19 May 2009 24,821 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front brake control was grabbing a bit until i sprayed lube on lever pivot. noticed front brake caliper top piston dust seal is starting to split

Pass 14 May 2008 23,978 miles

drive chain a bit tight

Pass 23 May 2007 23,085 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 23,085 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 17 May 2006 22,212 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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P860 RBD is a 1997 Honda CB250 in Red with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 P860 RBD, 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 P860 RBD registered?

P860 RBD is a 1997 Honda CB250, first registered on 6 May 1997.

Is P860 RBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P860 RBD shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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