1986 HONDA CBX 250 RS-E0.2L Petrol

The 1986 Honda CBX 250 RS-E presents a stable roadworthiness status. The most recent test on 16 April 2025 at 12,826 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, and the prior annual test on 8 April 2024 also passed clean at the same mileage. The only blemish is a failure on 27 March 2024 at 12,826 miles, which the record lists with no defects recorded, suggesting an administrative or presentation issue rather than a mechanical fault. The trend is resolving, with two consecutive clean passes following that anomaly. The odometer shows 12,826 miles across roughly forty years, equating to about 321 miles per year. The MOT entries from March 2024 through April 2025 all record an identical 12,826 miles, indicating the machine stood unused or barely moved during that thirteen-month span. Such low, static mileage for a vintage machine points to light recreational use and likely long storage periods rather than neglect through high wear. The sparse record shows no consumable replacements or advisory items logged, so the history alone gives little insight into routine care. A buyer should physically verify the suspension bushes, fork seals, and rear shock for perishing caused by age and inactivity. Standing for long spells degrades rubber components and lets brake calipers seize, so the front and rear braking systems need a hands-on check for binding or sticky operation. The exhaust and frame joints should be inspected for corrosion, as structural rust often hides on low-mileage classics kept in damp storage. Given the clean recent tests, no recurring mechanical fault demands correction. The identical mileages across 2024 and 2025 mean the next owner must confirm the clock accuracy and assess tyre sidewall cracking, as original or aged rubber poses a greater risk than the MOT data implies.