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G179 VJO

1990 Honda CD250U

Blue Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

29,031 mi
Last recorded29,031 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2017
Typical for 1990 Honda CD250U28,869 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG179 VJO
MakeHonda
ModelCD250U
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2017 29,031 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

advise slight corrosion on underside of rear swinging

Fail 18 Feb 2017 29,031 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

advise slight corrosion on underside of rear swinging

Pass 16 Jul 2015 29,030 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2015 29,030 miles

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

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

handle bars slightly bent

Pass 12 Jul 2014 28,929 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2014 28,929 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Handlebars slightly bent

No locking nut on clutch lever

Pass 14 Jun 2013 28,457 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 13 Jun 2013 28,457 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear sprocket bolt loose

Pass 8 Jun 2012 28,122 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Jun 2011 27,430 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 7 May 2010 27,330 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 27,325 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 27,325 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 17 May 2008 27,272 miles
Fail 17 May 2008 27,272 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 May 2007 27,230 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 27,105 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CD250U?

Based on 5,153 MOT tests across 615 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
417
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
615
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 67
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 54
Drive chain excessively loose 42
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 36
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 33
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G179 VJO is a 1990 Honda CD250U in Blue with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1990 Honda CD250U models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 28,869 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 CD250U fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 67 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G179 VJO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CD250U typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 36 years old, this Honda CD250U is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G179 VJO registered?

G179 VJO is a 1990 Honda CD250U, first registered on 2 February 1990.

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