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GOR 894X

1981 Honda CB250 N

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,925 mi
Last recorded34,925 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2018
Typical for 1981 Honda CB250 N26,648 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGOR 894X
MakeHonda
ModelCB250 N
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2018 34,925 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 34,925 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 34,925 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 19 Aug 2016 34,925 miles

Dipswitch does not extinquish main beam/s, leaving at least 1 dipped beam headlamp (1.2.2b(i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 34,449 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 32,968 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2012 32,967 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2011 31,931 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 29 Jun 2011 31,900 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5) DANGEROUS

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

one rear sprocket nut loose

Pass 15 Jun 2010 30,117 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 15 Jun 2010 30,117 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2009 28,257 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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GOR 894X is a 1981 Honda CB250 N in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GOR 894X, 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 GOR 894X registered?

GOR 894X is a 1981 Honda CB250 N, first registered on 10 November 1981.

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