Honda Cb250rsdc (1982)
1982 Honda Cb250rsdc
CarHunch analysed 143 real MOT records for the 1982 Honda Cb250rsdc. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 1982 Honda CB250RSDC has a first-time pass rate of just 2.6%, catastrophically below the UK average of 80%—though it's worth noting these are 40-year-old motorcycles, and the tiny sample of 141 petrol bikes shows a 1.2% pass rate, suggesting almost none are being maintained to MOT standard. With zero recorded dangerous defects and almost no failures or advisories logged, the issue isn't safety but rather that the vast majority of these machines are either off the road, registered as non-MOT exempt, or too deteriorated to meet basic requirements.
The median mileage of 42,668 is actually reasonable for a bike of this age, indicating survivors tend to be relatively well-preserved rather than thrashed. If you're considering one, treat the MOT statistics as a sign that these bikes require serious mechanical work and knowledge to bring roadworthy—get a pre-purchase inspection from a specialist and budget for frame, engine, and electrical restoration before you factor in any MOT attempt.
What to check before buying a 1982 Honda Cb250rsdc
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (99%) | 141 | 1.2% | 0.01 |
| Diesel (1%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
| Other (1%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 1982 Honda Cb250rsdc vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1982 Honda Cb250rsdc vehicles fall between 20,684 and 42,668 miles.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 1982 Honda Cb250rsdc
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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100%
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit
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50%
Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground
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50%
Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim
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50%
Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Blow just before rear silencer.
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50%
Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing
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50%
Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords
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50%
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil
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50%
Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1982. Counts include advisories and failures.
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