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WAH 154X

1981 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,419 mi
Last recorded24,419 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 1981 Honda CB25031,740 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAH 154X
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 5 Mar 2026 24,419 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Mar 2025 24,272 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 24,135 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 23,650 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 19,210 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 14,711 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 11,487 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 7,164 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 1 May 2015 7,081 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 7,024 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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WAH 154X is a 1981 Honda CB250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 31,740 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 WAH 154X, 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 45 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 WAH 154X?

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What year was WAH 154X registered?

WAH 154X is a 1981 Honda CB250, first registered on 17 September 1981.

Is WAH 154X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WAH 154X shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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