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P967 SYF

1997 Honda CB250

Black Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,067 mi
Last recorded13,067 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CB25023,790 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP967 SYF
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 13,067 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 13,012 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 12,682 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2018 12,682 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Rear Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 8 Apr 2017 11,757 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 7 Apr 2017 11,740 miles

Front Exhaust excessively deteriorated Hole in down tube (7.1.1a)

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey Hole in down tube (7.1.1b)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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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P967 SYF is a 1997 Honda CB250 in Black with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P967 SYF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P967 SYF registered?

P967 SYF is a 1997 Honda CB250, first registered on 17 June 1997.

Is P967 SYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P967 SYF shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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