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RFA 519W

1981 Honda CB250RS

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

6,111 mi
Last recorded6,111 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2016
Typical for 1981 Honda CB250RS32,513 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFA 519W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250RS
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2016 6,111 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 6,089 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2015 6,089 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Upper Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 26 Jul 2014 6,065 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 5,952 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 5,911 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2011 5,896 miles

frount tyre has slight cracking in side wall of the tyre

Pass 23 Jul 2010 5,660 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 5,558 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 5,508 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 5,297 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda CB250RS?

Based on 1,481 MOT tests across 206 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
206
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp 10
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 8
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RFA 519W is a 1981 Honda CB250RS in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1981 Honda CB250RS models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 32,513 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CB250RS fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RFA 519W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB250RS typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Honda CB250RS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RFA 519W registered?

RFA 519W is a 1981 Honda CB250RS, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is RFA 519W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFA 519W shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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