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CGJ 938X

1981 Honda CB250 N

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

17,308 mi
Last recorded17,308 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2021
Typical for 1981 Honda CB250 N26,648 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCGJ 938X
MakeHonda
ModelCB250 N
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2021 17,308 miles

sprocket carrier bushes worn

Fail 1 Nov 2021 17,305 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

sprocket carrier bushes worn

Pass 13 Aug 2020 29,786 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2020 29,786 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 29,041 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2019 29,041 miles

Offside Lower Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel has loose rivet/s or bolts (5.2.2 (e) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 25,096 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 25,063 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play NOTCH (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 20,740 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 15,404 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 12,192 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 May 2014 9,839 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 8,181 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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CGJ 938X is a 1981 Honda CB250 N in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1981 Honda CB250 N models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 26,648 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 CGJ 938X, 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 45 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 CGJ 938X registered?

CGJ 938X is a 1981 Honda CB250 N, first registered on 21 September 1981.

Is CGJ 938X safe to buy?

The MOT history for CGJ 938X shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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