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UAL 88S

1977 Honda CB250

Blue Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,803 mi
Last recorded38,803 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2008
Typical for 1977 Honda CB25021,045 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUAL 88S
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2008 38,803 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 38,445 miles

Nearside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 37,748 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 37,734 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

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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UAL 88S is a 1977 Honda CB250 in Blue with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1977 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 21,045 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 UAL 88S, 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 49 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 UAL 88S?

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What year was UAL 88S registered?

UAL 88S is a 1977 Honda CB250, first registered on 14 September 1977.

Is UAL 88S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UAL 88S shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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