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RGJ 500V

1980 Honda CB250

Silver Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

37,255 mi
Last recorded37,255 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2015
Typical for 1980 Honda CB25029,798 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRGJ 500V
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2015 37,255 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 36,760 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 36,077 miles

Drive chain slightly corroded

Main beam tell tale/warning light not working

Fail 22 Mar 2013 36,075 miles

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Drive chain slightly corroded

Main beam tell tale/warning light not working

Pass 23 May 2011 35,358 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

High beam tell tale warning light not working

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 23 May 2011 35,358 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

High beam tell tale warning light not working

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 34,712 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 34,712 miles

Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 12 May 2009 33,622 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 32,373 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 29,983 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 29,574 miles

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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RGJ 500V is a 1980 Honda CB250 in Silver with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1980 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 29,798 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 RGJ 500V, 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 46 years old, this Honda CB250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RGJ 500V registered?

RGJ 500V is a 1980 Honda CB250, first registered on 1 May 1980.

Is RGJ 500V safe to buy?

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