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R30 CLJ

2000 Honda CB250

Black Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

22,049 mi
Last recorded22,049 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2025
Typical for 2000 Honda CB25020,924 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR30 CLJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2025 22,049 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 21,973 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 21,894 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 21,710 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

rear tyre mishaped

Pass 23 Apr 2019 20,852 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

rear tyre mishaped

Fail 23 Apr 2019 20,852 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

rear tyre mishaped

Fail 23 Apr 2019 20,839 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

rear tyre mishaped

Pass 16 Oct 2017 20,575 miles

rear tyre slightly mishaped

Fail 16 Oct 2017 20,569 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

rear tyre slightly mishaped

Pass 3 Oct 2016 20,082 miles

front shocks soft

Pass 29 Sep 2015 19,851 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2015 19,851 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Offside front foot rest bent

Pass 6 May 2014 18,539 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 18,377 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 18,019 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 17,825 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2009 17,247 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2009 17,247 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Oct 2008 16,704 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 16,115 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2007 16,115 miles

Floor brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.C1a)

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Sep 2006 15,379 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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R30 CLJ is a 2000 Honda CB250 in Black with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2000 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 20,924 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 R30 CLJ, 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 26 years old, this Honda CB250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was R30 CLJ registered?

R30 CLJ is a 2000 Honda CB250, first registered on 1 June 2000.

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