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PGC 188Y

1983 Honda CB250

Blue Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

31,376 mi
Last recorded31,376 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2020
Typical for 1983 Honda CB25030,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGC 188Y
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2020 31,376 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

fuel cap seal starting to perish

Fail 31 Jul 2020 31,376 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

fuel cap seal starting to perish

Pass 10 Aug 2018 31,005 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 29,994 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2017 29,994 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 28,494 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 17,491 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2016 28,494 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 15 Aug 2015 28,090 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 27,829 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 27,598 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 27,160 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 26,330 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 26,330 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 23,059 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2007 23,170 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2006 22,947 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

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

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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PGC 188Y is a 1983 Honda CB250 in Blue with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1983 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 30,067 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 PGC 188Y, 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 43 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 PGC 188Y registered?

PGC 188Y is a 1983 Honda CB250, first registered on 27 July 1983.

Is PGC 188Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for PGC 188Y shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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