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B475 BEG

1984 Honda VT250

White Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2025
Tests32 (20 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

65,379 mi
Last recorded65,379 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2024
Typical for 1984 Honda VT25030,796 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB475 BEG
MakeHonda
ModelVT250
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

20 pass 12 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2024 65,379 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective STONE CHIP. DOES NOT AFFECT PATTERN (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 65,318 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 65,041 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 64,295 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 14 Sep 2021 64,295 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 64,106 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2020 64,099 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Sep 2019 64,035 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 64,009 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 63,939 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2017 63,939 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2016 63,616 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 10 Oct 2015 63,547 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 3 Oct 2015 63,547 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Sep 2014 63,533 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2014 63,533 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 63,443 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 63,443 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 61,695 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 59,909 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 58,091 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2010 58,091 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Fail 21 Sep 2009 55,490 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 Sep 2009 55,490 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 53,972 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2008 53,972 miles

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

Fail 8 Oct 2007 51,997 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2007 51,997 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2006 50,180 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2006 50,180 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 10 Oct 2005 48,115 miles

Rear Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 10 Oct 2005 48,115 miles

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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B475 BEG is a 1984 Honda VT250 in White with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 32 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1984 Honda VT250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 30,796 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 B475 BEG, 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 42 years old, this Honda VT250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B475 BEG registered?

B475 BEG is a 1984 Honda VT250, first registered on 11 December 1984.

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