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HAV 986W

1981 Honda CB250 N

Blue Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,477 mi
Last recorded17,477 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2010
Typical for 1981 Honda CB250 N26,648 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHAV 986W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250 N
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2010 17,477 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 16,883 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Fail 1 Sep 2008 16,883 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Nearside Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear 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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HAV 986W is a 1981 Honda CB250 N in Blue with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 HAV 986W, 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 HAV 986W registered?

HAV 986W is a 1981 Honda CB250 N, first registered on 1 February 1981.

Is HAV 986W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HAV 986W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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