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BHA 937T

1978 Honda CB250N

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

29,039 mi
Last recorded29,039 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2014
Typical for 1978 Honda CB250N27,935 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHA 937T
MakeHonda
ModelCB250N
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2014 29,039 miles

Oil leak

clutch lever pivot slightly worn

main stand corroded but secure

Pass 26 Jun 2013 28,812 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Oil leak

clutch lever pivot slightly worn

gear lever pivot slightly worn

mainstand excessively corroded but secure

riders footrest pivots slightly worn

Fail 18 Jun 2013 28,773 miles

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Oil leak

clutch lever pivot slightly worn

gear lever pivot slightly worn

mainstand excessively corroded but secure

riders footrest pivots slightly worn

engine oil level not registering on dipstick,oil level very low

Pass 26 Jun 2012 27,935 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Oil leak

front stop light not working

Fail 25 Jun 2012 27,935 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Oil leak

front stop light not working

Pass 23 Jun 2011 26,785 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Oil leak

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

front brake lever operation slightly stiff but performs ok

gear lever pivots slightly worn

Pass 28 Jun 2010 25,839 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Oil leak

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

engine very noisy

front stopswitch not working,not connected. only 1 needed on this year bike

gear lever pivot slightly worn

recommend replacing chain and sprockets soon

Pass 25 Jul 2009 24,965 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Oil leak

camchain very noisy from engine

front of riders seat not fastened down but is still secure

Fail 23 Jul 2009 24,965 miles

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

Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Oil leak

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

camchain very noisy from engine

front of riders seat not fastened down but is still secure

Pass 4 Aug 2008 23,854 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

front tyre starting to perish on sidewall,cracks appearing

mainstand pivot slightly worn

mainstand spring weak

rear brake adjustment almost fully up

signs of corrosion on rear fender

Pass 7 Aug 2007 22,739 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2007 22,706 miles

Rear Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 1 Aug 2006 21,550 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2006 21,492 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

How Reliable is the Honda CB250N?

Based on 2,828 MOT tests across 513 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
279
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
513
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 43
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 23
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 23
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 18
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BHA 937T is a 1978 Honda CB250N in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1978 Honda CB250N models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 27,935 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 CB250N fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BHA 937T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB250N typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 48 years old, this Honda CB250N is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BHA 937T registered?

BHA 937T is a 1978 Honda CB250N, first registered on 1 August 1978.

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