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N161 EWG

1996 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

12,392 mi
Last recorded12,392 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2024
Typical for 1996 Honda CB25023,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN161 EWG
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2024 12,392 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 12,336 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 12,128 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 11,950 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 11,950 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey balance pipe (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 11,484 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 11,002 miles

front brake pads starting to deteriorate

front brake slight bind

rear wheel slightly misaligned

Fail 28 Jun 2014 10,668 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2014 10,668 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 10,424 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front brake binding slightly

Fail 13 Jun 2013 10,424 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front brake binding slightly

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 9,971 miles

Front brake binding slightly

Pass 26 Nov 2009 9,947 miles

Front brake binding slightly

Pass 7 Nov 2008 9,844 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front brake binding slightly

Pass 5 Nov 2007 9,824 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Nov 2006 9,763 miles

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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N161 EWG is a 1996 Honda CB250 in Red with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N161 EWG, 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.

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What year was N161 EWG registered?

N161 EWG is a 1996 Honda CB250, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is N161 EWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N161 EWG shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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