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YK51 GXM

2001 Honda CB250

Black Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

20,820 mi
Last recorded20,820 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2018
Typical for 2001 Honda CB25018,426 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK51 GXM
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2018 20,820 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 19,154 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2016 17,178 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2016 17,174 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 15,573 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 13,606 miles

both front foot rests bent

Pass 21 Aug 2013 12,950 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 12,113 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 11,289 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2011 11,289 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 10,300 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2009 8,204 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 4,958 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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YK51 GXM is a 2001 Honda CB250 in Black with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 YK51 GXM, 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.

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What year was YK51 GXM registered?

YK51 GXM is a 2001 Honda CB250, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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