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Y858 OVL

2001 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

17,952 mi
Last recorded17,952 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda CB25018,426 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY858 OVL
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 17,952 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 16 May 2026 17,952 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 May 2025 17,009 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 16,911 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 16,612 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 15,875 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2017 15,825 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 15,792 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2015 15,612 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 14,317 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2014 14,295 miles

Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2013 12,673 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 11,302 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 10,326 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 10,061 miles

number plate cracked

Fail 18 Aug 2010 10,060 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

number plate cracked

Pass 4 Sep 2009 8,042 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 5,506 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 2,942 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 1,674 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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Y858 OVL is a 2001 Honda CB250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 Y858 OVL, 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 Y858 OVL registered?

Y858 OVL is a 2001 Honda CB250, first registered on 9 August 2001.

Is Y858 OVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y858 OVL shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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