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EPV 42Y

1983 Honda CB250 N

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,159 mi
Last recorded36,159 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2013
Typical for 1983 Honda CB250 N26,324 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPV 42Y
MakeHonda
ModelCB250 N
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2013 36,159 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 36,159 miles

Offside Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 21 Sep 2011 36,159 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Offside Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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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EPV 42Y is a 1983 Honda CB250 N in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Honda CB250 N models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 26,324 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 EPV 42Y, 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 43 years old, this Honda CB250 N is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EPV 42Y?

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What year was EPV 42Y registered?

EPV 42Y is a 1983 Honda CB250 N, first registered on 4 April 1983.

Is EPV 42Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for EPV 42Y 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.

Does EPV 42Y have outstanding finance?

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