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RUK 297Y

1982 Honda CB250RS

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

48,183 mi
Last recorded48,183 miles
Recorded on11 May 2013
Typical for 1982 Honda CB250RS33,786 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUK 297Y
MakeHonda
ModelCB250RS
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2013 48,183 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 44,943 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2007 41,718 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 40,492 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2005 39,115 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2005 39,115 miles

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

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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RUK 297Y is a 1982 Honda CB250RS in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1982 Honda CB250RS models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 33,786 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 RUK 297Y, 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 44 years old, this Honda CB250RS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RUK 297Y?

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What year was RUK 297Y registered?

RUK 297Y is a 1982 Honda CB250RS, first registered on 19 November 1982.

Is RUK 297Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for RUK 297Y shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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