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WVL 589W

1981 Honda CB250RS

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

32,586 mi
Last recorded32,586 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2008
Typical for 1981 Honda CB250RS32,513 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWVL 589W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250RS
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2008 32,586 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2008 32,569 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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WVL 589W is a 1981 Honda CB250RS in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 WVL 589W, 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

How do I check the history of WVL 589W?

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What year was WVL 589W registered?

WVL 589W is a 1981 Honda CB250RS, first registered on 24 June 1981.

Is WVL 589W safe to buy?

The MOT history for WVL 589W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WVL 589W have outstanding finance?

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