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RYV 550L

1973 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2014
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

617 mi
Last recorded617 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2013
Typical for 1973 Honda CB25018,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRYV 550L
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 5 Oct 2013 617 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 36,622 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2010 36,518 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 35,311 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 34,157 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 32,945 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 32,891 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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RYV 550L is a 1973 Honda CB250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 18,380 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 RYV 550L, 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 53 years old, this Honda CB250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RYV 550L?

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What year was RYV 550L registered?

RYV 550L is a 1973 Honda CB250, first registered on 17 July 1973.

Is RYV 550L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RYV 550L shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RYV 550L have outstanding finance?

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