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WFV 168Y

1982 Honda CB250

Silver Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

17,098 mi
Last recorded17,098 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2016
Typical for 1982 Honda CB25032,349 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWFV 168Y
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2016 17,098 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 17,098 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 17,098 miles

Main beam warning light very dim

Pass 30 Oct 2013 17,098 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2013 17,098 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 17,087 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 17,065 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 17,065 miles

Headlight main beam warning light not visable at time of test

Pass 14 Oct 2009 17,062 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 17,059 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 17,059 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

clutch switch disconnected

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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WFV 168Y is a 1982 Honda CB250 in Silver with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1982 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 32,349 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 WFV 168Y, 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 44 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 WFV 168Y?

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What year was WFV 168Y registered?

WFV 168Y is a 1982 Honda CB250, first registered on 12 August 1982.

Is WFV 168Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for WFV 168Y shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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