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N128 BNN

1996 Honda CB250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

57,724 mi
Last recorded57,724 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda CB25023,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN128 BNN
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 57,724 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 56,807 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 56,660 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 55,196 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 53,979 miles

Offside Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2016 53,218 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 51,341 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 27 Mar 2015 51,336 miles

Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Offside Front Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Upper Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Honda CB250?

Based on 27,783 MOT tests across 3,466 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
543
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
3,466
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 378
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 287
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 274
Drive chain excessively loose 193
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 175
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N128 BNN is a 1996 Honda CB250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1996 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 23,396 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CB250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 378 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N128 BNN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB250 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 30 years old, this Honda CB250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N128 BNN registered?

N128 BNN is a 1996 Honda CB250, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N128 BNN safe to buy?

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