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EFO 668W

1981 Honda CB250 N

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

23,750 mi
Last recorded23,750 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2016
Typical for 1981 Honda CB250 N26,648 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEFO 668W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250 N
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2016 23,750 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 22,649 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 29 Jun 2015 22,646 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 19,947 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 4 Apr 2008 17,742 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 17,742 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 14,639 miles

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

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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EFO 668W is a 1981 Honda CB250 N in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 EFO 668W, 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.

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What year was EFO 668W registered?

EFO 668W is a 1981 Honda CB250 N, first registered on 7 March 1981.

Is EFO 668W safe to buy?

The MOT history for EFO 668W shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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