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VX04 VEP

2004 Honda CBF250

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

18,003 mi
Last recorded18,003 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF25012,140 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX04 VEP
MakeHonda
ModelCBF250
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 18,003 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 17,602 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 17,568 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 16,433 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 22 Nov 2017 16,416 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 29 Jun 2016 14,468 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 13,665 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 29 Jun 2015 13,665 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 13,550 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 21 Jun 2014 13,550 miles

Lower Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Upper Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 May 2013 10,959 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 May 2012 9,806 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 8,730 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 7,444 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 7,058 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 6,381 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 5,337 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBF250?

Based on 8,978 MOT tests across 742 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
715
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
742
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 85
Drive chain excessively loose 82
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 79
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 55
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 47
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VX04 VEP is a 2004 Honda CBF250 in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2004 Honda CBF250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 12,140 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 CBF250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX04 VEP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBF250 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Honda CBF250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VX04 VEP registered?

VX04 VEP is a 2004 Honda CBF250, first registered on 9 July 2004.

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