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TGT 59W

1981 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

26,149 mi
Last recorded26,149 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2009
Typical for 1981 Honda CB25031,740 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGT 59W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2009 26,149 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2009 26,147 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2008 25,907 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2008 25,907 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 25,651 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 25,274 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2006 25,274 miles

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

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

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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TGT 59W is a 1981 Honda CB250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 TGT 59W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TGT 59W?

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What year was TGT 59W registered?

TGT 59W is a 1981 Honda CB250, first registered on 21 March 1981.

Is TGT 59W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TGT 59W shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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