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SG54 FAU

2004 Honda CBF250

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

15,688 mi
Last recorded15,688 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF25012,140 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG54 FAU
MakeHonda
ModelCBF250
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 15,688 miles
Fail 15 May 2026 15,684 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 May 2025 14,198 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 9,670 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 9,295 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 8,317 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 8,238 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 8,237 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2009 8,183 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 3,792 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 2,561 miles

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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SG54 FAU is a 2004 Honda CBF250 in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2004 Honda CBF250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 12,140 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 SG54 FAU, 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 22 years old, this Honda CBF250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SG54 FAU registered?

SG54 FAU is a 2004 Honda CBF250, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is SG54 FAU safe to buy?

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