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JRX 358W

1981 Honda CB250 N

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2023
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

36,611 mi
Last recorded36,611 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2022
Typical for 1981 Honda CB250 N26,648 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJRX 358W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250 N
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2022 36,611 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 36,586 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2016 36,535 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 36,166 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 36,158 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 36,142 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 22 Jun 2013 36,121 miles

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 26 Jun 2012 35,368 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 35,368 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 34,911 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 33,726 miles
Fail 1 May 2010 33,719 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Fail 14 Oct 2005 33,709 miles

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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JRX 358W is a 1981 Honda CB250 N in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 JRX 358W, 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

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What year was JRX 358W registered?

JRX 358W is a 1981 Honda CB250 N, first registered on 11 February 1981.

Is JRX 358W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JRX 358W shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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