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SLP 21L

1973 Honda CB250

Gold Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2015
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

48 mi
Last recorded48 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2015
Typical for 1973 Honda CB25018,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSLP 21L
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1973
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 29 Sep 2015 48 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

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

Front Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

engine oil leak.

Pass 12 Sep 2014 24 miles

horn poor

Fail 12 Sep 2014 24 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2010 5,476 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 5,476 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

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

has a bolt missing witch holds part of rear shock to a bracket

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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SLP 21L is a 1973 Honda CB250 in Gold with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 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 SLP 21L, 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 SLP 21L?

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What year was SLP 21L registered?

SLP 21L is a 1973 Honda CB250, first registered on 11 May 1973.

Is SLP 21L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SLP 21L shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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