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LVN 378W

1981 Honda CB250 N

Silver Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,502 mi
Last recorded30,502 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2013
Typical for 1981 Honda CB250 N26,648 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLVN 378W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250 N
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2013 30,502 miles

clutch lever has end broken

front tyre worn

main beam tell tale lamp inoperative

oil leak on engine

rear sprocket carrier worn

Pass 16 Apr 2012 30,224 miles

engine has bad oil leak

left hand footpeg slightly loose

rear sprocket carrier worn

Pass 13 Apr 2011 29,738 miles

drive chain slightly loose and sprocket carrier has movement

engine has oil leak

Pass 19 Apr 2010 29,428 miles

oil leak around engine

Pass 15 Jun 2009 28,995 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 28,995 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

engine has very bad oil leak

Fail 14 May 2009 28,982 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2008 27,817 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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LVN 378W is a 1981 Honda CB250 N in Silver with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 LVN 378W, 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 LVN 378W?

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What year was LVN 378W registered?

LVN 378W is a 1981 Honda CB250 N, first registered on 18 March 1981.

Is LVN 378W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LVN 378W shows 8 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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