CarVerify

Free Car Check

LWE 148W

1981 Honda CB250N

Red Petrol 249cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

454 mi
Last recorded454 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2020
Typical for 1981 Honda CB250N27,895 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLWE 148W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250N
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2020 454 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 15 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2016 14 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 6 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 32,220 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2012 32,220 miles

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 30,413 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 30,413 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2010 30,129 miles

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

nearside indicator flashing rate slower than offside

Fail 14 Mar 2010 30,126 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

nearside indicator flashing rate slower than offside

Pass 13 Mar 2009 29,091 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 27,968 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 22,294 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2007 27,699 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 18 Feb 2006 27,547 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Honda CB250N?

Based on 2,828 MOT tests across 513 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
279
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
513
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 43
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 23
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 23
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 18
Full Honda CB250N reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LWE 148W is a 1981 Honda CB250N in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Honda CB250N models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 27,895 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 CB250N fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LWE 148W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB250N typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 45 years old, this Honda CB250N is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LWE 148W?

You can check the full history of LWE 148W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LWE 148W registered?

LWE 148W is a 1981 Honda CB250N, first registered on 27 March 1981.

Is LWE 148W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LWE 148W shows 15 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.

Does LWE 148W have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LWE 148W. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.