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VX51 YBF

2001 Honda CB250

Black Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

91,955 mi
Last recorded91,955 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda CB25018,426 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX51 YBF
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 91,955 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 91,069 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 89,671 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 87,744 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2021 84,327 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 78,268 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 74,121 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit ******TYRE IS ON 1mm***** (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 71,087 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 67,945 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 63,576 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 59,397 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

half of rear reflector covered by number plate

Pass 9 Sep 2014 53,502 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 47,525 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 47,525 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 42,145 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 42,140 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 33,873 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 27,392 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 27,392 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 22,794 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2009 22,794 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2008 17,731 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 14,187 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 11,901 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 10,118 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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VX51 YBF is a 2001 Honda CB250 in Black with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 2001 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 18,426 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 VX51 YBF, 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 25 years old, this Honda CB250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX51 YBF registered?

VX51 YBF is a 2001 Honda CB250, first registered on 15 October 2001.

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