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BCL 424Y

1982 Honda CB250RS

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,302 mi
Last recorded34,302 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 1982 Honda CB250RS33,786 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBCL 424Y
MakeHonda
ModelCB250RS
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 34,302 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2025 34,302 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 25 May 2012 33,736 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB250RS?

Based on 1,481 MOT tests across 206 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
206
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp 10
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 8
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BCL 424Y is a 1982 Honda CB250RS in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1982 Honda CB250RS models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 33,786 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 CB250RS fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BCL 424Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB250RS typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 44 years old, this Honda CB250RS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BCL 424Y?

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What year was BCL 424Y registered?

BCL 424Y is a 1982 Honda CB250RS, first registered on 17 August 1982.

Is BCL 424Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BCL 424Y shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BCL 424Y have outstanding finance?

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