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RV03 ONW

2003 Honda CB250

Black Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,390 mi
Last recorded18,390 miles
Recorded on9 May 2023
Typical for 2003 Honda CB25015,225 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV03 ONW
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2023 18,390 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 18,308 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 17,787 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2016 17,787 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Front Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Oct 2015 17,719 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2015 17,719 miles

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Front suspension assembly component loose top nut (2.3.1)

Front suspension assembly component missing fork brace (2.3.1)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 29 Jan 2015 16,904 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Jan 2014 13,867 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))

Pass 30 Mar 2012 13,658 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2010 20,657 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 13,454 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2008 12,505 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 12,505 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 10,789 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2007 10,789 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 May 2006 8,798 miles

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

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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RV03 ONW is a 2003 Honda CB250 in Black with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 15,225 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 RV03 ONW, 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 23 years old, this Honda CB250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was RV03 ONW registered?

RV03 ONW is a 2003 Honda CB250, first registered on 3 May 2003.

Is RV03 ONW safe to buy?

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