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S378 RFH

1998 Honda CB250

Black Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

49,964 mi
Last recorded49,964 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda CB25025,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS378 RFH
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2024 49,964 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2023 49,460 miles

front discs has surface corrosion

Pass 3 Dec 2021 48,575 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 46,887 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 46,871 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 45,749 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2017 45,749 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2015 35,041 miles

SLIGHT BINDING ON FRONT BARKE

Fail 2 Dec 2015 35,041 miles

Offside Front Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Offside Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front slight binding on front brake

Pass 20 Nov 2014 220,129 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 9,522 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 3,531 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 2,253 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2010 2,227 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 2,187 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 2,131 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 1,051 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 2,002 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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S378 RFH is a 1998 Honda CB250 in Black with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S378 RFH, 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 S378 RFH registered?

S378 RFH is a 1998 Honda CB250, first registered on 7 December 1998.

Is S378 RFH safe to buy?

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