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AFM 582W

1981 Honda CB250

Blue Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

72,601 mi
Last recorded72,601 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2007
Typical for 1981 Honda CB25031,740 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFM 582W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 14 Dec 2007 72,601 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Pass 14 Dec 2007 72,601 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 71,909 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2006 71,838 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Rear Chain guard fouling another component (6.2.1c)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Nov 2005 71,286 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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AFM 582W is a 1981 Honda CB250 in Blue with a 248cc 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 AFM 582W, 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 AFM 582W?

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What year was AFM 582W registered?

AFM 582W is a 1981 Honda CB250, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is AFM 582W safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFM 582W 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.

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