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N493 MDD

1995 Honda CB250

Grey Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,550 mi
Last recorded29,550 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2019
Typical for 1995 Honda CB25025,418 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN493 MDD
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1995
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2019 29,550 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 29,444 miles

centre of swinging arm deteriorating with corrosion

slight kick on image

Pass 23 Feb 2017 28,723 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2015 28,577 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2015 28,577 miles

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

Fail 28 Feb 2015 28,563 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 Feb 2014 28,127 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 5 Mar 2013 27,826 miles

Front Front position lamp obscured more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 27,826 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 27,077 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 25,260 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 25,260 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 23,295 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 21,682 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 19,977 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2007 17,910 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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N493 MDD is a 1995 Honda CB250 in Grey with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1995 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 25,418 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 N493 MDD, 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 31 years old, this Honda CB250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N493 MDD registered?

N493 MDD is a 1995 Honda CB250, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is N493 MDD safe to buy?

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