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JNK 587V

1979 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

43,003 mi
Last recorded43,003 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2014
Typical for 1979 Honda CB25025,531 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJNK 587V
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 28 Apr 2014 43,003 miles

1 of 4 engine bolts missing

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 43,003 miles

1 of 4 engine bolts missing

Pass 28 Sep 2012 42,878 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 28 Sep 2012 42,878 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 42,278 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2010 40,817 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 39,422 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 37,524 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 35,787 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2007 35,785 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 1 Apr 2006 33,849 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 33,831 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

How Reliable is the Honda CB250?

Based on 27,783 MOT tests across 3,466 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
543
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
3,466
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 378
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 287
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 274
Drive chain excessively loose 193
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 175
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JNK 587V is a 1979 Honda CB250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 25,531 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 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 378 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JNK 587V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB250 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 47 years old, this Honda CB250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JNK 587V registered?

JNK 587V is a 1979 Honda CB250, first registered on 25 September 1979.

Is JNK 587V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JNK 587V shows 12 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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