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ALG 732W

1981 Honda CB250

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

38,679 mi
Last recorded38,679 miles
Recorded on7 May 2016
Typical for 1981 Honda CB25031,740 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALG 732W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2016 38,679 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 38,547 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2015 38,542 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2013 37,606 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 36,351 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 35,381 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 34,117 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 33,137 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2009 33,133 miles

Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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ALG 732W is a 1981 Honda CB250 in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 ALG 732W, 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 ALG 732W?

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What year was ALG 732W registered?

ALG 732W is a 1981 Honda CB250, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is ALG 732W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ALG 732W shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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