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AMA 964W

1981 Honda CB250

Black Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2013
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

41,692 mi
Last recorded41,692 miles
Recorded on5 May 2012
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

RegistrationAMA 964W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2012 41,692 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2012 41,686 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Steering lock stop maladjusted (2.1.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2008 41,420 miles

front and rear shockers very slight leake

rear tyre sidewalls cracked

Fail 18 Jun 2008 41,420 miles

Nearside Front Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

front and rear shockers very slight leake

rear tyre sidewalls cracked

Pass 16 Apr 2007 40,146 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 40,079 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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AMA 964W is a 1981 Honda CB250 in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AMA 964W, 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.

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What year was AMA 964W registered?

AMA 964W is a 1981 Honda CB250, first registered on 31 March 1981.

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