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P879 FOD

1997 Honda 250

Multi-colour Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

6,302 mi
Last recorded6,302 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2022
Typical for 1997 Honda 25017,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP879 FOD
MakeHonda
Model250
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2022 6,302 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 6,189 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 6,126 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 5,745 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 5,449 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 5,075 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2017 5,075 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 16 Jun 2017 4,977 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 4,223 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 3,582 miles

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 31 May 2014 2,796 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 2,372 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 2 May 2012 1,971 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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How Reliable is the Honda 250?

Based on 888 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
318
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Drive chain excessively loose 7
reflector on motorcycle missing 7
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 7
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P879 FOD is a 1997 Honda 250 in Multi-colour with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1997 Honda 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 17,814 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda 250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P879 FOD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Honda 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P879 FOD registered?

P879 FOD is a 1997 Honda 250, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P879 FOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P879 FOD shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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