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N837 OYU

1996 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,471 mi
Last recorded30,471 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda CB25023,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN837 OYU
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 4 Apr 2025 30,471 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 30,310 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 29,944 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 29,746 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

number plate cracked

Pass 14 Apr 2021 29,277 miles

number plate cracked

Pass 18 Apr 2019 28,955 miles

NUMBER PLATE IN POOR CONDITION

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 28,878 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 28,787 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 28,566 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 28,443 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 28,178 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 28,088 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 27,895 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 27,846 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 27,462 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 27,373 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Jan 2007 27,326 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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N837 OYU is a 1996 Honda CB250 in Red with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N837 OYU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N837 OYU registered?

N837 OYU is a 1996 Honda CB250, first registered on 15 January 1996.

Is N837 OYU safe to buy?

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