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Y165 NLT

2001 Honda CB250

Black Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

21,921 mi
Last recorded21,921 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda CB25018,426 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY165 NLT
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 21,921 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 21,872 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 21,842 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 21,828 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 21,815 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 21,789 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 21,773 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 21,753 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 21,714 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 21,638 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 21,638 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2015 21,489 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 31,403 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 21,333 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 21,189 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 20,936 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 20,680 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 23 Oct 2010 20,680 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 17,108 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 15,573 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 12,996 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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Y165 NLT is a 2001 Honda CB250 in Black with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y165 NLT, 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 Y165 NLT registered?

Y165 NLT is a 2001 Honda CB250, first registered on 1 June 2001.

Is Y165 NLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y165 NLT shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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