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ABV 624V

1980 Honda CB250 N

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2026
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

22,026 mi
Last recorded22,026 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2025
Typical for 1980 Honda CB250 N28,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABV 624V
MakeHonda
ModelCB250 N
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2025 22,026 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 21,779 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2022 21,725 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 21,111 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front tyre sidewall perished slightly. Monitor and replace when necessary.

Pass 9 Dec 2020 20,905 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 20,642 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2019 20,642 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock cables being pulled taught (2.1.4 (a))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 20,630 miles

SLIGHT FREEPLAY ON SWING ARM

Fail 9 Jan 2018 20,616 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

SLIGHT FREEPLAY ON SWING ARM

Pass 20 Jan 2017 20,414 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Nearside Rear suspension bush has slight free play swingarm slight freeplay (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 6 Jan 2017 20,406 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey blowing between linkage (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Nearside Rear suspension bush has slight free play swingarm slight freeplay (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Jan 2016 20,115 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2016 20,115 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2014 20,113 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

main beam tell tale not working

How Reliable is the Honda CB250 N?

Based on 8,624 MOT tests across 1,635 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
284
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
1,635
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 179
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 94
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 67
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 64
Drive chain excessively loose 62
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ABV 624V is a 1980 Honda CB250 N in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1980 Honda CB250 N models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 28,524 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 N fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 179 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ABV 624V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB250 N typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 46 years old, this Honda CB250 N is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ABV 624V registered?

ABV 624V is a 1980 Honda CB250 N, first registered on 14 April 1980.

Is ABV 624V safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABV 624V shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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