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N419 KNK

1996 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

40,664 mi
Last recorded40,664 miles
Recorded on17 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda CB25023,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN419 KNK
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 May 2025 40,664 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 40,366 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2024 40,366 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected sprocket loose (5.2.1 (c) (ii))

Fail 26 Sep 2023 40,363 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2020 40,360 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 40,327 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 40,305 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 34,513 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2014 34,513 miles

Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2012 27,780 miles

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

front tyre been run under inflated out of shape

Fail 25 Sep 2012 27,780 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

front tyre been run under inflated out of shape

Pass 25 Aug 2011 22,614 miles

Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 19,292 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 19,292 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2009 17,713 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 4 Jul 2009 17,713 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2008 17,713 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlamp beam pattern poor

RH riders footpeg slightly bent

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 17,713 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Headlamp beam pattern poor

Fail 10 Apr 2006 17,713 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Front Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

Pass 10 Apr 2006 17,713 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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N419 KNK is a 1996 Honda CB250 in Red with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 N419 KNK, 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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N419 KNK is a 1996 Honda CB250, first registered on 19 June 1996.

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