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R266 JGP

1998 Honda 250

Brown Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

28,740 mi
Last recorded28,740 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda 25013,295 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR266 JGP
MakeHonda
Model250
Year1998
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 28,740 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jun 2025 27,896 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 27,315 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 26,448 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 25,146 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 24,068 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 23,225 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 22,445 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 20,924 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 18,972 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 16,197 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 15,987 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 14,663 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 13,105 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 9,768 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2013 9,768 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2012 9,748 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2011 9,110 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2010 8,841 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 8,655 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 5,666 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 3,663 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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R266 JGP is a 1998 Honda 250 in Brown with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R266 JGP, 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 R266 JGP registered?

R266 JGP is a 1998 Honda 250, first registered on 20 March 1998.

Is R266 JGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R266 JGP shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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