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VX51 YMY

2001 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2021
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,710 mi
Last recorded13,710 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2020
Typical for 2001 Honda CB25018,426 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX51 YMY
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2020 13,710 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2020 13,710 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Throttle operating incorrectly throttle not returning (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake rod insecure brake arm no nut (1.1.15 (c))

Pass 27 Jun 2013 11,243 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 8,755 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 10 Jul 2012 8,752 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Jan 2011 3,619 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 YMY is a 2001 Honda CB250 in Red with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YMY, 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.

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What year was VX51 YMY registered?

VX51 YMY is a 2001 Honda CB250, first registered on 16 November 2001.

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