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R916 HWS

1997 Honda 250

Green Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

28,167 mi
Last recorded28,167 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda 25017,814 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR916 HWS
MakeHonda
Model250
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2019 28,167 miles

Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (b))

Fail 13 Sep 2019 28,157 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (b))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 25,814 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 23,887 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 22,168 miles

small crack in number plate

Pass 15 Jul 2014 19,347 miles

number plate has small crack in.

Pass 20 Jul 2013 18,098 miles

slight crack in number plate

Pass 5 Jul 2012 17,660 miles

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

Fail 26 Jun 2012 17,615 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2011 26,586 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 26,586 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 29 Jan 2010 26,030 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 25,158 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2008 23,765 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 19,771 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2007 19,770 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

front suspension rusty

Pass 24 Mar 2006 18,939 miles

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

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

front brake pipe rusty

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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R916 HWS is a 1997 Honda 250 in Green with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1997 Honda 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 17,814 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 R916 HWS, 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 29 years old, this Honda 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R916 HWS registered?

R916 HWS is a 1997 Honda 250, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R916 HWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R916 HWS shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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