MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
14,349 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Rear Motorcycle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced across rear seat section (6.1.1 (d) (i))
valve caps to big
front brake caliper pin slightly worn
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
rear suspension noisey
rear tyre perished and split
rear suspension noisey
rear tyre perished and split
rear tyre perished and split
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)
Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)
frame corroding advise
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)
Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)
Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)
frame corroding advise
How Reliable is the Honda CB250?
Based on 27,783 MOT tests across 3,466 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R496 XAG is a 1997 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 1997 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 23,790 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 R496 XAG, 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 29 years old, this Honda CB250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was R496 XAG registered?
R496 XAG is a 1997 Honda CB250, first registered on 29 December 1997.
Is R496 XAG safe to buy?
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