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WBC 982J

1970 Honda CB250

Silver Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

2,026 mi
Last recorded2,026 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2014
Typical for 1970 Honda CB25021,209 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWBC 982J
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1970
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2014 2,026 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 2,022 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 1,699 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 1,543 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 1,355 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Tested in wet conditions

Pass 28 Feb 2009 810 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Mar 2008

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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WBC 982J is a 1970 Honda CB250 in Silver with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1970 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 21,209 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 WBC 982J, 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 56 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 WBC 982J?

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What year was WBC 982J registered?

WBC 982J is a 1970 Honda CB250, first registered on 1 September 1970.

Is WBC 982J safe to buy?

The MOT history for WBC 982J shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WBC 982J have outstanding finance?

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