MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
23,611 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Nearside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Nearside Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
Offside Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Offside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Offside Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d) DANGEROUS
Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose all; (4.2.1b)
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
How Reliable is the Honda CB250?
Based on 27,783 MOT tests across 3,466 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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AFM 717W is a 1981 Honda CB250 in Blue with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.
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 717W, 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 717W?
You can check the full history of AFM 717W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was AFM 717W registered?
AFM 717W is a 1981 Honda CB250, first registered on 28 May 1981.
Is AFM 717W safe to buy?
The MOT history for AFM 717W shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does AFM 717W have outstanding finance?
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