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SF55 RKO

2005 Honda CBF250

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

11,869 mi
Last recorded11,869 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF25011,064 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF55 RKO
MakeHonda
ModelCBF250
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 11,869 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 9,641 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 7,079 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 7,018 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 6,972 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 6,930 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2014 6,930 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2013 6,777 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 6,777 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Aug 2012 6,107 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 5,523 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 5,510 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 5,510 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2009 4,684 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda CBF250?

Based on 8,978 MOT tests across 742 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
715
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
742
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 85
Drive chain excessively loose 82
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 79
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 55
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 47
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SF55 RKO is a 2005 Honda CBF250 in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2005 Honda CBF250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 11,064 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 CBF250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SF55 RKO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBF250 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Honda CBF250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SF55 RKO registered?

SF55 RKO is a 2005 Honda CBF250, first registered on 12 October 2005.

Is SF55 RKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF55 RKO shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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