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B199 BGF

1985 Honda VT250

Purple Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

55,463 mi
Last recorded55,463 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2006
Typical for 1985 Honda VT25025,268 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB199 BGF
MakeHonda
ModelVT250
Year1985
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2006 55,463 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2006 55,463 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

How Reliable is the Honda VT250?

Based on 1,175 MOT tests across 227 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
284
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
227
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 40
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 13
Footrest insecure 13
Throttle operating incorrectly 12
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 11
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B199 BGF is a 1985 Honda VT250 in Purple with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1985 Honda VT250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 25,268 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 VT250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B199 BGF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VT250 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 41 years old, this Honda VT250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B199 BGF registered?

B199 BGF is a 1985 Honda VT250, first registered on 26 April 1985.

Is B199 BGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for B199 BGF shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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