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N587 MGK

1996 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

26,145 mi
Last recorded26,145 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda CB25023,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN587 MGK
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 26,145 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 25,158 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 24,009 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 21,011 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 17,086 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2022 17,086 miles

Offside Front Upper Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 14,384 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 10,607 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 10,415 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 13,105 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 22 Feb 2016 13,105 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Throttle cable hit fuel tank when on right hand lock

Pass 5 Jul 2011 13,052 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 12,784 miles

the rear brake cam arm needs cleaning & lubrication. The front caliper piston needs cleaning and lubrication slight impedence of wheel exists. The handle bars are distorted

Pass 25 Sep 2006 12,432 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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N587 MGK is a 1996 Honda CB250 in Red with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N587 MGK, 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 N587 MGK registered?

N587 MGK is a 1996 Honda CB250, first registered on 16 May 1996.

Is N587 MGK safe to buy?

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