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YB04 VTU

2004 Honda CBF250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

336 mi
Last recorded336 miles
Recorded on4 May 2021
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF25012,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB04 VTU
MakeHonda
ModelCBF250
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 May 2021 336 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 280 miles

Headlamp slightly discoloured (4.1.4 (a))

Fail 30 Jul 2019 280 miles

Headlamp slightly discoloured (4.1.4 (a))

Rear reflector likely to become detached Falling off, re glued it (4.8.1 (b) (ii))

Registration plate incorrect Wrong size and colour (0.1 (c))

Pass 31 May 2018 164 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 1 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 10,066 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 9,858 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 8,886 miles

Front Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 5 Aug 2010 8,886 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 29 Jul 2009 7,782 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

clutch cable stiff

Fail 26 Jun 2009 7,751 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

clutch cable seized

Fail 1 Jul 2008 6,173 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2008 6,173 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Honda CBF250?

Based on 8,978 MOT tests across 742 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
715
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
742
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 85
Drive chain excessively loose 82
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 79
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 55
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 47
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YB04 VTU is a 2004 Honda CBF250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2004 Honda CBF250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 12,140 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 CBF250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YB04 VTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBF250 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Honda CBF250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YB04 VTU registered?

YB04 VTU is a 2004 Honda CBF250, first registered on 12 July 2004.

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