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T422 LKM

1999 Honda CB250

Black Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

100 mi
Last recorded100 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2015
Typical for 1999 Honda CB25021,284 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT422 LKM
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 1 Apr 2015 100 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively rough with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Chain guard missing

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

gear lever worn

no mudguards fitted

rear tyre perrished

Pass 27 Mar 2014 22,938 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 60,256 miles

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

Fail 12 Jul 2011 60,251 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2010 52,433 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 38,127 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2009 38,127 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2008 27,448 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 21,844 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 19,154 miles

Front Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2006 19,154 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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T422 LKM is a 1999 Honda CB250 in Black with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1999 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 21,284 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 T422 LKM, 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 27 years old, this Honda CB250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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T422 LKM is a 1999 Honda CB250, first registered on 22 April 1999.

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