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N57 MDF

1995 Honda CB250

Orange Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

4,358 mi
Last recorded4,358 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 1995 Honda CB25025,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN57 MDF
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1995
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 4,358 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 4,341 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 4,298 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy aftermarket silencers (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 18 Aug 2023 4,298 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy aftermarket silencers (8.1.1 (a))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 4,153 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 3,955 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2021 3,945 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen no pattern (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 3,738 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

headlamp pattern

Pass 3 Aug 2019 3,449 miles

lights

Pass 8 Aug 2018 3,190 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 3,144 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 2,528 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2016 2,528 miles

Rear Brake locking device insecure brake arm bolt not done up (3.2.A1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 2,254 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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N57 MDF is a 1995 Honda CB250 in Orange with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 N57 MDF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N57 MDF registered?

N57 MDF is a 1995 Honda CB250, first registered on 7 August 1995.

Is N57 MDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N57 MDF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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