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GWN 818W

1981 Honda CB250N

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

50,480 mi
Last recorded50,480 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2020
Typical for 1981 Honda CB250N27,895 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGWN 818W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250N
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2020 50,480 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2020 50,480 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 49,181 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 17,989 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 17,978 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 17,945 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2014 17,454 miles

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

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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GWN 818W is a 1981 Honda CB250N in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1981 Honda CB250N models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 27,895 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GWN 818W, 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 45 years old, this Honda CB250N is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GWN 818W?

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What year was GWN 818W registered?

GWN 818W is a 1981 Honda CB250N, first registered on 26 March 1981.

Is GWN 818W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GWN 818W shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GWN 818W have outstanding finance?

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