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YKV 225S

1978 Honda CB250

Blue Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,504 mi
Last recorded31,504 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2007
Typical for 1978 Honda CB25029,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYKV 225S
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2007 31,504 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 30,517 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2006 30,517 miles

Front Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

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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YKV 225S is a 1978 Honda CB250 in Blue with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 29,306 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 YKV 225S, 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 48 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 YKV 225S?

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What year was YKV 225S registered?

YKV 225S is a 1978 Honda CB250, first registered on 6 April 1978.

Is YKV 225S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YKV 225S shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YKV 225S have outstanding finance?

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