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P971 WGJ

1997 Honda CB250

Black Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2020
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

24,651 mi
Last recorded24,651 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda CB25023,790 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP971 WGJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2019 24,651 miles

rear suspension mounts modified

Pass 20 Jun 2018 24,403 miles

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

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

Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2018 24,403 miles

Front Stop lamp not working brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 24,347 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2017 24,347 miles

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 23,662 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 23,662 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2015 23,563 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 23,274 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 23,012 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 22,395 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 21,166 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 17,785 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 23 Sep 2010 17,785 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2009 14,800 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 11,937 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2007 9,196 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 5,591 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2005 2,956 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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P971 WGJ is a 1997 Honda CB250 in Black with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 P971 WGJ, 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 P971 WGJ registered?

P971 WGJ is a 1997 Honda CB250, first registered on 10 June 1997.

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