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TRH 808W

1981 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

53,277 mi
Last recorded53,277 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2012
Typical for 1981 Honda CB25031,740 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRH 808W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Dec 2012 53,277 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 49,886 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Dec 2010 45,847 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2010 45,832 miles

Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 31 Dec 2009 41,445 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Horn volume poor.

Pass 22 Dec 2008 36,798 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 32,757 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

join on front brake hose poor

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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TRH 808W 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 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 TRH 808W, 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 TRH 808W?

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What year was TRH 808W registered?

TRH 808W is a 1981 Honda CB250, first registered on 17 March 1981.

Is TRH 808W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TRH 808W shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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