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FAF 854V

1980 Honda CB250N

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

26,078 mi
Last recorded26,078 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2022
Typical for 1980 Honda CB250N29,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAF 854V
MakeHonda
ModelCB250N
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2022 26,078 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 26,072 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 26,022 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 25,996 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 25,977 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 8 May 2017 25,977 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 21 May 2016 25,863 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 24,674 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 23,592 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 23,355 miles

front tyre showing signs of purishing

Pass 28 Mar 2012 23,151 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front tyre side walls showing signs of cracking(purishing)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 22,155 miles

Nearside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

front forks covered by giators

front tyre slight perishing on side wall

headlight bracket corroding,repaired with fibreglass

slight oil leak

Fail 2 Mar 2010 22,146 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

front forks covered by giators

rear subframe corroding

Pass 2 Mar 2010 22,146 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front forks covered by giators

rear subframe corroding

Pass 6 Jan 2009 22,137 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

front forks covered by giators

Pass 8 Mar 2007 22,099 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

front brake light switch fitted but not working ( not required to be working due to age of bike )

offside & nearside foot rest pivot points worn

Fail 8 Mar 2007 22,099 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

front brake light switch fitted but not working ( not required to be working due to age of bike )

offside & nearside foot rest pivot points worn

Fail 20 Feb 2006 22,099 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Pass 20 Feb 2006 22,099 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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FAF 854V is a 1980 Honda CB250N in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1980 Honda CB250N models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 29,528 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 FAF 854V, 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 46 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 FAF 854V registered?

FAF 854V is a 1980 Honda CB250N, first registered on 25 June 1980.

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