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H853 VRC

1990 Honda CD250U

Blue Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

45,439 mi
Last recorded45,439 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 1990 Honda CD250U28,869 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH853 VRC
MakeHonda
ModelCD250U
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 45,439 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2024 44,191 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 43,019 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2023 43,019 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 41,094 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 39,717 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 38,463 miles

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

engine oil leak not effecting braking or steering

Fail 17 Oct 2020 38,463 miles

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

engine oil leak not effecting braking or steering

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 35,353 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 32,443 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak

Pass 17 Oct 2017 29,711 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 27,495 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2016 27,493 miles

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Indicators (1.1.3b)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 26,131 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 23,584 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Oct 2013 21,258 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2013 21,248 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 24 Oct 2011 19,193 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 18,298 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 Oct 2009 17,502 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 16,788 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Nov 2007 16,011 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 15,192 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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H853 VRC is a 1990 Honda CD250U in Blue with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 H853 VRC, 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 H853 VRC registered?

H853 VRC is a 1990 Honda CD250U, first registered on 26 October 1990.

Is H853 VRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for H853 VRC shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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