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R472 EOU

1998 Honda CB250

Black Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,126 mi
Last recorded26,126 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2021
Typical for 1998 Honda CB25025,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR472 EOU
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2021 26,126 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 26,007 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 25,931 miles

Underside of frame and swinging arm slightly corroded

Fail 12 Aug 2016 25,931 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute all (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Underside of frame and swinging arm slightly corroded

Pass 27 Jun 2015 25,583 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 25,504 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 24,207 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 5 Jan 2009 22,356 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 18 Dec 2007 20,298 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 19 Nov 2007 20,298 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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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R472 EOU is a 1998 Honda CB250 in Black with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 25,318 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 R472 EOU, 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 28 years old, this Honda CB250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R472 EOU registered?

R472 EOU is a 1998 Honda CB250, first registered on 2 March 1998.

Is R472 EOU safe to buy?

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