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M457 WKW

1995 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

14,154 mi
Last recorded14,154 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 1995 Honda CB25025,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM457 WKW
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 14,154 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 13,773 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 13,765 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 13,595 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 13,512 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 13,370 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 13,314 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 12,840 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 12,836 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 12,099 miles

front suspesion is weak

Pass 9 Jul 2011 11,033 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 10,074 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2010 10,065 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 9,194 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 9,170 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2008 8,036 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2008 7,980 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2007 7,207 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 5,827 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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M457 WKW is a 1995 Honda CB250 in Red with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1995 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 25,418 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 M457 WKW, 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 31 years old, this Honda CB250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M457 WKW registered?

M457 WKW is a 1995 Honda CB250, first registered on 1 May 1995.

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The MOT history for M457 WKW shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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