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RTL 287W

1980 Honda CB250RS

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

37,866 mi
Last recorded37,866 miles
Recorded on22 May 2015
Typical for 1980 Honda CB250RS31,438 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRTL 287W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250RS
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2015 37,866 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 37,804 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 37,705 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 23 May 2013 37,700 miles

Front Brake cylinder severely damaged (3.2.B1b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 May 2012 37,674 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 37,674 miles

Front position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 37,572 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2010 37,439 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2009 37,354 miles

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

split pin missing on rear brake arm

Fail 5 May 2009 37,354 miles

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

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

split pin missing on rear brake arm

Pass 9 May 2008 37,117 miles

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

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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RTL 287W is a 1980 Honda CB250RS in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1980 Honda CB250RS models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 31,438 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 CB250RS fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RTL 287W, 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 46 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 RTL 287W registered?

RTL 287W is a 1980 Honda CB250RS, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is RTL 287W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RTL 287W shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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