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Y492 KBN

2001 Honda CB250

Black Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

14,782 mi
Last recorded14,782 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda CB25018,426 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY492 KBN
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 14,782 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 14,683 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 14,511 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2011 13,869 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 5 Aug 2011 13,869 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2010 12,976 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Feb 2009 12,772 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 9,921 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 7,791 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 7,430 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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Y492 KBN is a 2001 Honda CB250 in Black with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2001 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 18,426 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 Y492 KBN, 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 25 years old, this Honda CB250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y492 KBN registered?

Y492 KBN is a 2001 Honda CB250, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y492 KBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y492 KBN shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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