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W465 HBD

2000 Honda CB250

Black Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

36,574 mi
Last recorded36,574 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 2000 Honda CB25020,924 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW465 HBD
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2025 36,574 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Fail 22 Apr 2025 36,549 miles

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected brake arm (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2023 34,002 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2023 34,002 miles

Footrest missing pillion (6.2.12 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front innertube fitted to tubeless wheel

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear tyre is 12yrs old

Pass 16 Sep 2022 32,841 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 32,031 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 30,290 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 29,318 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Jun 2011 29,318 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2010 27,236 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 25,658 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 18 Jun 2009 25,570 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2008 22,990 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 19,981 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 19,981 miles

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Jun 2006 16,807 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 16,807 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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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W465 HBD is a 2000 Honda CB250 in Black with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2000 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 20,924 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 W465 HBD, 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 26 years old, this Honda CB250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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W465 HBD is a 2000 Honda CB250, first registered on 1 June 2000.

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