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JFS 245X

1982 Honda CB250 N

Purple Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

8,978 mi
Last recorded8,978 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2013
Typical for 1982 Honda CB250 N28,255 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJFS 245X
MakeHonda
ModelCB250 N
Year1982
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2013 8,978 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 21 Aug 2013 8,978 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 8,601 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 8,082 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front mudguard broken

Fail 26 Aug 2011 8,082 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front mudguard broken

Pass 27 Aug 2010 7,586 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Fail 26 Aug 2010 7,570 miles

Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 7,143 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 27 Aug 2009 7,143 miles

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Aug 2008 6,749 miles

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

Handle bar control switch slightly insecure on nearside.

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Rear lamp mounting bracket slightly insecure.

Slight perishing on front tyre.

Pass 24 Aug 2007 6,538 miles

Brake light inoperative on application of front brake

No pillion footrests fitted

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 24 Aug 2007 6,538 miles

Brake light inoperative on application of front brake

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))

No pillion footrests fitted

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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JFS 245X is a 1982 Honda CB250 N in Purple with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1982 Honda CB250 N models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 28,255 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 JFS 245X, 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 44 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 JFS 245X registered?

JFS 245X is a 1982 Honda CB250 N, first registered on 18 March 1982.

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