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TAH 975W

1981 Honda CB250

Blue Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2021
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

56,430 mi
Last recorded56,430 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2020
Typical for 1981 Honda CB25031,740 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAH 975W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2020 56,430 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 15 Sep 2020 56,430 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Pass 20 Oct 2018 54,795 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2018 54,795 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play Top securing nut insecure (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2017 53,081 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 47,087 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 46,107 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2014 46,101 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 45,565 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

nearside switchgear slightly loose

Fail 27 Oct 2011 44,364 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

fuel cap rubber seal perished but not leaking

Pass 27 Oct 2011 44,364 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

fuel cap rubber seal perished but not leaking

Fail 19 Jun 2010 43,844 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 43,844 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 5 Nov 2008 43,818 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 6 Nov 2006 42,306 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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TAH 975W is a 1981 Honda CB250 in Blue with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1981 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 31,740 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 TAH 975W, 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 45 years old, this Honda CB250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TAH 975W registered?

TAH 975W is a 1981 Honda CB250, first registered on 27 March 1981.

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