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P980 MOO

1997 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

31,774 mi
Last recorded31,774 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2022
Typical for 1997 Honda CB25023,790 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP980 MOO
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2022 31,774 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2022 31,774 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 31,466 miles

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

Fail 21 Sep 2020 31,466 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 May 2017 31,448 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 31,422 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 32,070 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 29,890 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 26,972 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 24,830 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 23,453 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 23,453 miles

Centre Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 22,400 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 21,469 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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P980 MOO is a 1997 Honda CB250 in Red with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 P980 MOO, 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 P980 MOO registered?

P980 MOO is a 1997 Honda CB250, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P980 MOO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P980 MOO shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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