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N709 RRY

1996 Honda CB250

Grey Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

24,895 mi
Last recorded24,895 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda CB25023,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN709 RRY
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 24,895 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2024 24,406 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 23,891 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2022 23,512 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 23,023 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 22,371 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 19,946 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 19,496 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 18,854 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 17,297 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 16,719 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2013 16,338 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 16,019 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 14,861 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 14,170 miles

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

Fail 2 Mar 2010 14,170 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 28 Feb 2009 12,544 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 9,925 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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N709 RRY is a 1996 Honda CB250 in Grey with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 N709 RRY, 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 N709 RRY registered?

N709 RRY is a 1996 Honda CB250, first registered on 23 February 1996.

Is N709 RRY safe to buy?

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