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JJW 103W

1981 Honda CB250 N

Blue Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

16,505 mi
Last recorded16,505 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2017
Typical for 1981 Honda CB250 N26,648 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJW 103W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250 N
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2017 16,505 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2017 16,490 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play Top and Bottom bearing (2.2.2)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride Chain link clip open end facing direction of travel (6.2.1h)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 16,417 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 16,172 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

front tyre heavily perished (cracked)

rear tyre perished (cracked)

Fail 16 May 2015 16,172 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

front tyre heavily perished (cracked)

rear tyre perished (cracked)

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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JJW 103W is a 1981 Honda CB250 N in Blue with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 JJW 103W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JJW 103W?

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What year was JJW 103W registered?

JJW 103W is a 1981 Honda CB250 N, first registered on 13 March 1981.

Is JJW 103W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JJW 103W shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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