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S301 EVV

1998 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

28,321 mi
Last recorded28,321 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2017
Typical for 1998 Honda CB25025,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS301 EVV
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2017 28,321 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Tight spot. (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 10 Jun 2017 28,321 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Tight spot. (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 26,194 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 24,343 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2015 24,343 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 3 Jan 2014 21,942 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 19,868 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

Fail 14 Jan 2013 19,868 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 6 May 2011 17,060 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 15,726 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 15,726 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 13,398 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 11,143 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 10,032 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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S301 EVV is a 1998 Honda CB250 in Red with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 25,318 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 S301 EVV, 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 28 years old, this Honda CB250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S301 EVV registered?

S301 EVV is a 1998 Honda CB250, first registered on 15 October 1998.

Is S301 EVV safe to buy?

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