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VNE 580S

1978 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2009
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

48,282 mi
Last recorded48,282 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2008
Typical for 1978 Honda CB25029,306 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVNE 580S
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2008 48,282 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2008 48,252 miles

Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to excessive wear (3.2.A1i)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

center stand return spring week

Pass 1 Oct 2007 46,061 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2007 45,985 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b) DANGEROUS

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2006 40,266 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 40,252 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2005 36,188 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2005 36,032 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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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VNE 580S is a 1978 Honda CB250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 29,306 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 VNE 580S, 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 48 years old, this Honda CB250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VNE 580S registered?

VNE 580S is a 1978 Honda CB250, first registered on 15 February 1978.

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