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AST 57W

1980 Honda CB250 N

Silver Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

33,641 mi
Last recorded33,641 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2007
Typical for 1980 Honda CB250 N28,524 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAST 57W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250 N
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2007 33,641 miles

Exhaust patched temporarily. †Front mudguard incomplete. †Slight weep from rear shock-absorbers. †Front forks pitted slightly. †Slight play rear hub.

Fail 16 Feb 2007 33,639 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

exhaust patched temporarily. †front mudgaurd incomplete. †slight weep from rear shock-absorbers. †front forks pitted slightly †slight play rear hub.

Pass 23 Feb 2006 31,992 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2005 31,963 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly has an insecure fork brace (2.3.4d)

Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e) DANGEROUS

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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AST 57W is a 1980 Honda CB250 N in Silver with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 AST 57W, 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.

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How do I check the history of AST 57W?

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What year was AST 57W registered?

AST 57W is a 1980 Honda CB250 N, first registered on 7 October 1980.

Is AST 57W safe to buy?

The MOT history for AST 57W shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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