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W596 UJB

2000 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

9,744 mi
Last recorded9,744 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda CB25020,924 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW596 UJB
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2026 9,744 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 9,639 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 9,601 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 9,569 miles
Fail 15 May 2021 9,569 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 18 May 2020 9,467 miles
Fail 18 May 2020 9,467 miles

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

Front Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2017 8,750 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 19 May 2017 8,750 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2014 56,275 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 17 Mar 2014 56,275 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2013 85,773 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2013 85,773 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2012 51,926 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 8 Sep 2012 51,926 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2011 50,260 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

front tyre unevenly worn

Fail 30 Aug 2011 50,259 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

front tyre unevenly worn

Pass 9 Sep 2010 47,743 miles

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Pass 18 May 2007 47,581 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 43,452 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 43,452 miles

Nearside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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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W596 UJB is a 2000 Honda CB250 in Red with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 W596 UJB, 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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What year was W596 UJB registered?

W596 UJB is a 2000 Honda CB250, first registered on 7 July 2000.

Is W596 UJB safe to buy?

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