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GCL 537Y

1983 Honda CB250 N

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2018
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

26,291 mi
Last recorded26,291 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2017
Typical for 1983 Honda CB250 N26,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCL 537Y
MakeHonda
ModelCB250 N
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2017 26,291 miles

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

Fail 25 Mar 2017 26,291 miles

Front Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1g)

Front Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1g)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

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

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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GCL 537Y is a 1983 Honda CB250 N in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 GCL 537Y, 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.

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What year was GCL 537Y registered?

GCL 537Y is a 1983 Honda CB250 N, first registered on 7 May 1983.

Is GCL 537Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCL 537Y shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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