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S343 TDB

1998 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

49,105 mi
Last recorded49,105 miles
Recorded on25 May 2019
Typical for 1998 Honda CB25025,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS343 TDB
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 May 2019 49,105 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 49,091 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 May 2018 46,405 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 44,636 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 13,456 miles

Front brake disc corroded on inner and outer surfaces

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Registration plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 28 Aug 2013 43,157 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2012 42,103 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

some surface corrosion to front disc

Pass 4 Aug 2011 40,797 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front brake disc slightly corroded

Fail 4 Aug 2011 40,797 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front brake disc slightly corroded

Pass 29 Jul 2010 38,096 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 31,725 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2008 25,103 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2008 25,103 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 14,322 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2007 14,241 miles

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

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

handle bars have slight deform

Pass 17 Mar 2006 10,248 miles

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

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

rear tyre slightly deflated

Fail 17 Mar 2006 10,426 miles

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

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

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

rear tyre slighty deflated

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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S343 TDB is a 1998 Honda CB250 in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 S343 TDB, 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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S343 TDB is a 1998 Honda CB250, first registered on 22 September 1998.

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