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B859 RJA

1984 Honda CB250 N

Green Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,881 mi
Last recorded25,881 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2025
Typical for 1984 Honda CB250 N28,060 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB859 RJA
MakeHonda
ModelCB250 N
Year1984
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2025 25,881 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2025 25,816 miles

Central Front Upper Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Central Front Upper Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls front brake stop lamp not working (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Nov 2023 25,411 miles

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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B859 RJA is a 1984 Honda CB250 N in Green with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1984 Honda CB250 N models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 28,060 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 B859 RJA, 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 42 years old, this Honda CB250 N is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B859 RJA registered?

B859 RJA is a 1984 Honda CB250 N, first registered on 5 October 1984.

Is B859 RJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for B859 RJA shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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