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MAU 257W

1980 Honda CB250N

Cream Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

1 mi
Last recorded1 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2013
Typical for 1980 Honda CB250N29,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAU 257W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250N
Year1980
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2013 1 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 1 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2b)

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

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 29 May 2012 21,507 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 20,977 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 20,773 miles

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
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MAU 257W is a 1980 Honda CB250N in Cream with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1980 Honda CB250N models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 29,528 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MAU 257W, 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 46 years old, this Honda CB250N is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MAU 257W registered?

MAU 257W is a 1980 Honda CB250N, first registered on 29 September 1980.

Is MAU 257W safe to buy?

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