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R117 EMY

1998 Honda 250

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

13,692 mi
Last recorded13,692 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2022
Typical for 1998 Honda 25013,295 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR117 EMY
MakeHonda
Model250
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2022 13,692 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Looks rusty under paint (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 13,295 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Looks rusty under paint (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Mar 2021 13,295 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Looks rusty under paint (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 11,747 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Looks rusty under paint. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Mar 2020 11,747 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Looks rusty under paint. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 10,007 miles

Rear Lower Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Swingarm looks rusty under paint (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 8,582 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 5 Mar 2018 8,582 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 6,925 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 6,925 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2016 6,666 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 6,267 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 5,822 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 4,864 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 4,636 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 4,317 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 3,873 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 3,481 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 3,206 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 2,997 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 2,601 miles

How Reliable is the Honda 250?

Based on 888 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
318
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Drive chain excessively loose 7
reflector on motorcycle missing 7
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 7
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R117 EMY is a 1998 Honda 250 in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1998 Honda 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 13,295 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 250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R117 EMY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Honda 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R117 EMY registered?

R117 EMY is a 1998 Honda 250, first registered on 14 January 1998.

Is R117 EMY safe to buy?

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