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FRV 991X

1981 Honda CB250 N

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

39,277 mi
Last recorded39,277 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2021
Typical for 1981 Honda CB250 N26,648 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRV 991X
MakeHonda
ModelCB250 N
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2021 39,277 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 38,666 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 38,091 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2018 37,482 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2017 37,115 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

incorrect size pinch bolt in rear brake arm.

Pass 17 Aug 2016 36,668 miles

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

front brake binding slightly

Pass 7 Jul 2015 36,358 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2014 36,170 miles

indicators did not work on initial test, possibly intermitant wireing fault.

Fail 17 Jul 2014 36,170 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

indicators did not work on initial test, possibly intermitant wireing fault.

Pass 2 Jul 2013 35,578 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 35,578 miles

Rear Brake component defective due to a deliberate modification which significantly reduces the original strength (3.1.5)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 35,260 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 34,536 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 33,977 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 33,975 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Front Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1b)

Pass 11 May 2009 33,577 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Nearside Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

end plate on nearside rider footrest not secure.

figures no No plate starting to distort & lift off,recommend new No plate fitted.

gear change lever return spring broken,which will make shifting gear difficult.

headlight not mounted level,not affecting aim

i feel that front brake should work better than it does.

offside pillion footrest bracket alittle loose.

rear damping alittle hard

slight oil trace on nearside fork slider

stand stop rubber missing allowing drive chain to make contact with stand.

unable to inspect fork tube/seals due to gaiters fitted.

whilst brake testing rear wheel was creaking slightly.

Pass 28 Apr 2008 33,105 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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

front brake caliper piston seal damaged

gear change return spring broken, making shifting up alittle difficult.

rear damping alittle stiff.

stand stop rubber missing

Fail 23 Apr 2008 33,105 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

No plate figures starting to brake down,requires new one

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

even though front brake passed test by locking up, but only to 16%.I feel performance should be better,I recommend caliper stripped & rebuilt.

front brake caliper piston seal damaged

gear change return spring broken,making shifting up difficult

rear brake has very little ajustment left

rear damping alittle stiff

stand stop rubber missing

throttle cable ajuster broken,this will cause wire to snap/jam

wiring around steering poorly routed also harness damaged

Fail 18 Apr 2007 32,368 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

front mudguard fitted on back to front

front tyre tread getting low

nearside rear pillion footrest alittle loose

rear damping very firm

whilst carrying out rear brake test creaking could be heard from rear wheel,sounds like bolts in hub,no movement found when testing bearings etc,check bolts for tension.

wiring around steering fowling cables

Pass 18 Apr 2007 32,368 miles

Nearside Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front mudguard fitted on back to front

front tyre tread getting low

nearside rear pillion footrest alittle loose

rear damping very firm

whilst carrying out rear brake test creaking could be heard from rear wheel,sounds like bolts in hub,no movement found when testing bearings etc,check bolts for tension.

wiring around steering fowling cables

Pass 24 Apr 2006 31,125 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front mudguard on backwards.

main harness re-route correctly.

throttle cable outer damaged exposing inner cable.

Fail 23 Mar 2006 31,125 miles

Rear Built up wheel has a loose rivet/s (4.2.1c)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

clean No plate.

move wiring from under lower yoke.

o/s headlight bracket severly bent.

rear brake wear indicator almost at maximum limit.

replace worn out o/s pillion footrest.

secure n/s pillion footrest.

throttle cable ajuster broken,inner cable expossed.

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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FRV 991X is a 1981 Honda CB250 N in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FRV 991X, 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 FRV 991X registered?

FRV 991X is a 1981 Honda CB250 N, first registered on 30 August 1981.

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