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RN04 LLJ

2004 Honda CBF250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,947 mi
Last recorded33,947 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2024
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF25012,140 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN04 LLJ
MakeHonda
ModelCBF250
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2024 33,947 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 29,673 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 29,217 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive slight tight spot (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 7 Dec 2021 29,217 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive slight tight spot (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

head light brackets bent causing head light aim to be off.

Pass 4 Jan 2021 28,392 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 27,639 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 26,460 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 25,154 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 22,308 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 17,404 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2013 16,283 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly bent (2.3.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 13,191 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 8,851 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 6,894 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 5,874 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 5,870 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 5,870 miles

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

Fail 11 Sep 2008 5,870 miles

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

Fail 20 Jul 2007 5,182 miles

Upper Rear mono-shock insecure (2.4.B.4)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 5,182 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBF250?

Based on 8,978 MOT tests across 742 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
715
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
742
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 85
Drive chain excessively loose 82
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 79
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 55
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 47
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RN04 LLJ is a 2004 Honda CBF250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 Honda CBF250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 12,140 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 CBF250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RN04 LLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBF250 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Honda CBF250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RN04 LLJ registered?

RN04 LLJ is a 2004 Honda CBF250, first registered on 23 July 2004.

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