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UKV 679X

1981 Honda CB250RS

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

30,119 mi
Last recorded30,119 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2013
Typical for 1981 Honda CB250RS32,513 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUKV 679X
MakeHonda
ModelCB250RS
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2013 30,119 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 30,096 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 30,047 miles

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

side car tyre has hair line cracks in wall (but is a tube type rim

Pass 9 Apr 2010 30,019 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 29,923 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 12 Mar 2009 29,904 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 28,913 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 28,913 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 20 Sep 2006 32,464 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2006 32,464 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Horn is not continous or uniform (1.7.3c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Brake master cylinder slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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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UKV 679X is a 1981 Honda CB250RS in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1981 Honda CB250RS models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 32,513 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 UKV 679X, 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 45 years old, this Honda CB250RS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UKV 679X registered?

UKV 679X is a 1981 Honda CB250RS, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is UKV 679X safe to buy?

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