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JCW 490W

1981 Honda CB250N

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

42,032 mi
Last recorded42,032 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2019
Typical for 1981 Honda CB250N27,895 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJCW 490W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250N
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2019 42,032 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jan 2019 42,032 miles

Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Mar 2012 41,840 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 41,840 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 41,486 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 41,465 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 41,311 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 41,308 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 15 Feb 2008 40,664 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2007 40,383 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2005 40,355 miles

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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JCW 490W is a 1981 Honda CB250N in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JCW 490W, 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

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What year was JCW 490W registered?

JCW 490W is a 1981 Honda CB250N, first registered on 26 March 1981.

Is JCW 490W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JCW 490W shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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