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N414 FFM

1996 Honda CB250

Blue Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

22,951 mi
Last recorded22,951 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2012
Typical for 1996 Honda CB25023,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN414 FFM
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2012 22,951 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 22,827 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.4a)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 20,274 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2010 18,330 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2010 18,196 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Dec 2009 16,550 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

rear foot rests very worn

screw missing out of front brake resavoir top

Fail 30 Nov 2009 16,550 miles

Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

rear foot rests very worn

screw missing out of front brake resavoir top

Pass 22 May 2006 15,821 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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N414 FFM is a 1996 Honda CB250 in Blue with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 N414 FFM, 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 N414 FFM registered?

N414 FFM is a 1996 Honda CB250, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is N414 FFM safe to buy?

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