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SN51 BFO

2001 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

26,191 mi
Last recorded26,191 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda CB25018,426 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN51 BFO
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 26,191 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 24,410 miles

Entire frame undersealed preventing a full inspection

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Leaking from previous repair (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 24 Jan 2025 24,393 miles

Drive chain worn to excess chain fouling guard and worn chain links (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Entire frame painted in underseal preventing a full inspection

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust cracked at previous repair (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jan 2024 12,436 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front exhaust has some light corrosion but not to excess

Fail 24 Jan 2024 12,434 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front exhaust has some light corrosion but not to excess

Pass 30 Mar 2023 12,331 miles

Rear rear exhausts have light corrosion

Fail 24 Feb 2023 12,328 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Rear exhausts have corrosion but not to excess

Pass 22 Mar 2022 12,249 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2022 12,247 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2021 11,969 miles

Central Front exhaust has some light corrosion but not to excess

Nearside Rear shock springs have light corrosion

Offside Rear shock springs have light corrosion but not to excess

Pass 15 Mar 2017 11,757 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 11,702 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 11,567 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 11,362 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 11,019 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 10,868 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 10,708 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 10,708 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 10,568 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2008 10,379 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 10,148 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 9,712 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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SN51 BFO is a 2001 Honda CB250 in Red with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2001 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 18,426 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 SN51 BFO, 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 25 years old, this Honda CB250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SN51 BFO registered?

SN51 BFO is a 2001 Honda CB250, first registered on 15 September 2001.

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