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WDU 171X

1981 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

30,292 mi
Last recorded30,292 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2017
Typical for 1981 Honda CB25031,740 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWDU 171X
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2017 30,292 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2014 30,292 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

slight cracking to front tyre

Pass 6 Sep 2014 30,292 miles

slight cracking to front tyre

Pass 21 Sep 2013 30,120 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 28,446 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 28,430 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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WDU 171X is a 1981 Honda CB250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 WDU 171X, 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 WDU 171X?

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What year was WDU 171X registered?

WDU 171X is a 1981 Honda CB250, first registered on 18 November 1981.

Is WDU 171X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WDU 171X shows 6 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.

Does WDU 171X have outstanding finance?

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