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YGJ 986W

1981 Honda CB250

Bronze Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2022
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

509 mi
Last recorded509 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2021
Typical for 1981 Honda CB25031,740 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYGJ 986W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2021 509 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2021 509 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 25 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 8 Oct 2018 1 miles

Exhaust noisy

Headlamp mask fitted

Fail 8 Oct 2018 1 miles

Exhaust noisy

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right Beam kick up to the offside (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp mask fitted

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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YGJ 986W is a 1981 Honda CB250 in Bronze with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1981 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 31,740 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 YGJ 986W, 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 45 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 YGJ 986W?

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What year was YGJ 986W registered?

YGJ 986W is a 1981 Honda CB250, first registered on 24 March 1981.

Is YGJ 986W safe to buy?

The MOT history for YGJ 986W shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YGJ 986W have outstanding finance?

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