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CSF 917W

1981 Honda CB250

Blue Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

13,519 mi
Last recorded13,519 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1981 Honda CB25031,740 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCSF 917W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 13,519 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 12,216 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2023 12,195 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jul 2022 11,416 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear side wall perished and cracked

Pass 24 Apr 2021 10,404 miles

Front Forks slightly corroded slight pitting to fork stanchions (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 9,869 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Nov 2019 9,864 miles

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy with wheel raised (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Upper petrol cap rubber slightly perished

Pass 13 Nov 2018 8,439 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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CSF 917W is a 1981 Honda CB250 in Blue with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CSF 917W, 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 CSF 917W?

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What year was CSF 917W registered?

CSF 917W is a 1981 Honda CB250, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is CSF 917W safe to buy?

The MOT history for CSF 917W shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CSF 917W have outstanding finance?

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