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YBV 540Y

1982 Honda CB250

Black Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2013
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,066 mi
Last recorded43,066 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2012
Typical for 1982 Honda CB25032,349 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBV 540Y
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 17 Sep 2012 43,066 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 40,940 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 39,306 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 369,640 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 33,978 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 31,464 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006

Chain guard lightly rubbing (6.2.1c)

rear bearing appears dry

shrouds fitted front forks

Pass 3 Oct 2005 27,627 miles

Chain guard lightly rubbing (6.2.1c)

Nearside Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

gaiters on both front forks when moved both pistons pitted

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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YBV 540Y is a 1982 Honda CB250 in Black with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 YBV 540Y, 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

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What year was YBV 540Y registered?

YBV 540Y is a 1982 Honda CB250, first registered on 18 November 1982.

Is YBV 540Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for YBV 540Y shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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