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VGH 152W

1980 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

41,052 mi
Last recorded41,052 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2020
Typical for 1980 Honda CB25029,798 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGH 152W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2020 41,052 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 53,058 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 51,530 miles

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2010 49,856 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Fail 2 Oct 2010 49,856 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 17 Oct 2009 47,833 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2009 47,826 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2008 44,477 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 41,591 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2007 41,581 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2006 38,025 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 38,025 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 1 Oct 2005 36,053 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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VGH 152W is a 1980 Honda CB250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1980 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 29,798 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 VGH 152W, 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 46 years old, this Honda CB250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VGH 152W registered?

VGH 152W is a 1980 Honda CB250, first registered on 30 September 1980.

Is VGH 152W safe to buy?

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