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WMV 418S

1978 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2022
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

7,055 mi
Last recorded7,055 miles
Recorded on4 May 2021
Typical for 1978 Honda CB25029,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWMV 418S
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2021 7,055 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2021 7,053 miles

Rear Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Tyre fouling another component (5.2.3 (f))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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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WMV 418S is a 1978 Honda CB250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 29,306 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 WMV 418S, 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 48 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 WMV 418S?

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What year was WMV 418S registered?

WMV 418S is a 1978 Honda CB250, first registered on 22 March 1978.

Is WMV 418S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WMV 418S shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WMV 418S have outstanding finance?

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