MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
44,715 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))
Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
rear brake sticking on
drive chain tight
head bearing slightly notchy
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)
Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)
Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Front Brake lever slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VMX 497X is a 1982 Honda CB250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1982 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 32,349 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 VMX 497X, 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 44 years old, this Honda CB250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was VMX 497X registered?
VMX 497X is a 1982 Honda CB250, first registered on 31 December 1982.
Is VMX 497X safe to buy?
The MOT history for VMX 497X shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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