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LCY 378X

1981 Honda CB250 N

Silver Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,185 mi
Last recorded35,185 miles
Recorded on6 May 2017
Typical for 1981 Honda CB250 N26,648 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLCY 378X
MakeHonda
ModelCB250 N
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2017 35,185 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 34,345 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Offside Front Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Apr 2015 32,956 miles

front tyre cracked/perished

Fail 23 Apr 2015 32,917 miles

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

Nearside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

front tyre cracked/perished

main stand excessivly damaged

Pass 28 Apr 2014 32,742 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 32,662 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 32,357 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2012 32,357 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Fail 6 Apr 2011 31,118 miles

Nearside Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 31,118 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 28,461 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 28,420 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2009 25,017 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 22,226 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 18,287 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 14,169 miles

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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LCY 378X is a 1981 Honda CB250 N in Silver with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LCY 378X, 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 LCY 378X registered?

LCY 378X is a 1981 Honda CB250 N, first registered on 17 November 1981.

Is LCY 378X safe to buy?

The MOT history for LCY 378X shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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