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N143 WCJ

1996 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

17,236 mi
Last recorded17,236 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda CB25023,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN143 WCJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 17,236 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 16,872 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 16,521 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 15,919 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 15,464 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 15,441 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 14,381 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 13,640 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 12,617 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 12,602 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 12,583 miles

Rear Tyre Has Plug Fitted

Pass 28 Aug 2012 12,569 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 12,419 miles

plug in rear tyre.

Pass 1 Sep 2010 12,386 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 12,160 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 11,290 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 11,290 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 10,045 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 9,951 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 9,947 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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N143 WCJ is a 1996 Honda CB250 in Red with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 N143 WCJ, 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 N143 WCJ registered?

N143 WCJ is a 1996 Honda CB250, first registered on 3 May 1996.

Is N143 WCJ safe to buy?

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