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JDP 646W

1981 Honda CB250RS

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

40,490 mi
Last recorded40,490 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2016
Typical for 1981 Honda CB250RS32,513 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJDP 646W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250RS
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2016 40,490 miles

Nearside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 20 Jun 2016 40,490 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2015 39,786 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 22 Jun 2015 39,778 miles

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 38,896 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Oil leak

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Upper Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

indicators not fitted at time of test

Pass 7 Jun 2013 38,435 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Upper Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

indicators not fitted at time of test

rear brake pedal slightly fouling exhaust

Fail 7 Jun 2013 38,435 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Upper Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

indicators not fitted at time of test

rear brake pedal slightly fouling exhaust

Pass 19 Sep 2011 37,766 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 36,787 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 36,745 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2006 36,583 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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JDP 646W is a 1981 Honda CB250RS in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1981 Honda CB250RS models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 32,513 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 JDP 646W, 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 45 years old, this Honda CB250RS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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JDP 646W is a 1981 Honda CB250RS, first registered on 21 January 1981.

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