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OJP 346W

1981 Honda CB250RS

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2021
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

38,667 mi
Last recorded38,667 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2020
Typical for 1981 Honda CB250RS32,513 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOJP 346W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250RS
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2020 38,667 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 38,285 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 36,978 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

slight oil leak from engine.

Fail 13 Aug 2018 36,978 miles

Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

slight oil leak from engine.

Pass 9 Jun 2017 35,670 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 35,358 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 34,961 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 34,946 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 34,175 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 5 Jul 2008 34,175 miles

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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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OJP 346W is a 1981 Honda CB250RS in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 OJP 346W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OJP 346W registered?

OJP 346W is a 1981 Honda CB250RS, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is OJP 346W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OJP 346W shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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