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LMG 288W

1981 Honda CB250 N

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

22,624 mi
Last recorded22,624 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2021
Typical for 1981 Honda CB250 N26,648 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLMG 288W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250 N
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2021 22,624 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 22,520 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Very old and starting to perish (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 27 Mar 2014 22,513 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 15 Sep 2012 22,502 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Fail 15 Sep 2012 22,502 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2011 22,486 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pipe slightly chaffed (3.2.B2a)

Pass 9 Oct 2010 22,459 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 22,440 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 22,364 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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LMG 288W is a 1981 Honda CB250 N in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LMG 288W, 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.

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What year was LMG 288W registered?

LMG 288W is a 1981 Honda CB250 N, first registered on 9 July 1981.

Is LMG 288W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LMG 288W shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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