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E835 VFJ

1987 Honda CH250

Gold Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

29,121 mi
Last recorded29,121 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 1987 Honda CH25018,914 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE835 VFJ
MakeHonda
ModelCH250
Year1987
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 29,121 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 28,962 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 28,783 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 28,240 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 27,652 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2021 27,652 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2020 27,383 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 27,155 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 26,977 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 26,849 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 26,727 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2016 26,723 miles

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

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 26,645 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 26,573 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 26,497 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 26,477 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2012 26,477 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 26,426 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 26,407 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 26,388 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 26,374 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 26,364 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 26,339 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2005 26,331 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2005 26,331 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CH250?

Based on 687 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
198
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 5
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 5
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E835 VFJ is a 1987 Honda CH250 in Gold with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

Across all 1987 Honda CH250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 18,914 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 CH250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E835 VFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CH250 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 39 years old, this Honda CH250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E835 VFJ?

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What year was E835 VFJ registered?

E835 VFJ is a 1987 Honda CH250, first registered on 12 August 1987.

Is E835 VFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E835 VFJ shows 25 tests with a 88% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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