Honda Cb250
MotorcycleFrom 611 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 13 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 13 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 12 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 7 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 7 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 6 |
| a wheel bearing with excessive play | 4 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 4 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 4 |
| a footrest missing or insecure | 4 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 4 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 10.8% of Cb250 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £48.
Typical mileage
Half of all Cb250s tested had between 17,849 and 40,366 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 26,393 median miles, the Cb250 has 0.061 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Honda models
| Honda Civic | 74.1% |
| Honda Jazz | 77.5% |
| Honda CR-V | 79.3% |
| Honda HR-V | 88.6% |
| Honda Accord | 69.6% |
Common questions
What is the Honda Cb250 MOT pass rate?
The Honda Cb250 has a 83.8% MOT pass rate based on 611 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Cb250?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Cb250 is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 13 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Cb250 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Cb250 is 26,393 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 17,849 and 40,366 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.