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LVO 494P

1975 Honda CB250

Orange Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2016
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,489 mi
Last recorded16,489 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2015
Typical for 1975 Honda CB25020,239 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLVO 494P
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1975
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2015 16,489 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 16,489 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 18 May 2011 14,731 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 14,695 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

handlebars slightly bent

rear sprocket guard just touching chain guard on rotation of rear wheel

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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LVO 494P is a 1975 Honda CB250 in Orange with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1975 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 20,239 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 LVO 494P, 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 51 years old, this Honda CB250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LVO 494P?

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What year was LVO 494P registered?

LVO 494P is a 1975 Honda CB250, first registered on 3 November 1975.

Is LVO 494P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LVO 494P shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LVO 494P have outstanding finance?

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