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PMY 499W

1981 Honda CB250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

49,276 mi
Last recorded49,276 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2019
Typical for 1981 Honda CB25031,740 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMY 499W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2019 49,276 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

TESTED WITH LIGHTS MASKED AS FOR DAYLIGHT USE ONLY.

Pass 22 Jan 2018 49,260 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 22 Jan 2018 49,260 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 49,131 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 65,146 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 60,793 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2013 60,793 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 7 Jul 2012 57,083 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 52,295 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 47,784 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 43,340 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 38,221 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 33,145 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 28,382 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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PMY 499W is a 1981 Honda CB250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1981 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 31,740 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 PMY 499W, 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 45 years old, this Honda CB250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PMY 499W?

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What year was PMY 499W registered?

PMY 499W is a 1981 Honda CB250, first registered on 31 January 1981.

Is PMY 499W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PMY 499W shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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