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KRV 953Y

1982 Honda CB250

Blue Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

43,750 mi
Last recorded43,750 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2019
Typical for 1982 Honda CB25032,349 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKRV 953Y
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2019 43,750 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Apr 2019 43,750 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 43,685 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play very slight movement detected (2.3.5b)

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

note crack in speedo drive casing

Fail 19 Jun 2017 43,685 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play very slight movement detected (2.3.5b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

note crack in speedo drive casing

Pass 28 Jun 2016 43,569 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 43,219 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2014 42,864 miles

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 8 Mar 2014 42,864 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 40,781 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 40,662 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 40,522 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2009 39,581 miles

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

Fail 13 Nov 2008 38,813 miles

Front Headlamp main beam flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.2c)

Pass 13 Nov 2008 38,813 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 38,590 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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KRV 953Y is a 1982 Honda CB250 in Blue with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1982 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 32,349 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 KRV 953Y, 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 44 years old, this Honda CB250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KRV 953Y registered?

KRV 953Y is a 1982 Honda CB250, first registered on 5 October 1982.

Is KRV 953Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for KRV 953Y shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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