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S41 BSF

1998 Honda CB250

Black Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2021
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

35,869 mi
Last recorded35,869 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2020
Typical for 1998 Honda CB25025,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS41 BSF
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2020 35,869 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2020 35,869 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2014 34,578 miles

FRONT BRAKE DISC CORRODED

Pass 24 Sep 2011 34,201 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 34,196 miles

drive chain requires attention

engine support bolt loose

Fail 10 Jul 2010 34,193 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

drive chain requires attention

engine support bolt loose

Pass 15 Sep 2008 33,129 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 32,971 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2007 32,969 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

front brake disc heavely corroded

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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S41 BSF is a 1998 Honda CB250 in Black with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 S41 BSF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S41 BSF registered?

S41 BSF is a 1998 Honda CB250, first registered on 5 August 1998.

Is S41 BSF safe to buy?

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