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N856 ORY

1996 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

22,943 mi
Last recorded22,943 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2024
Typical for 1996 Honda CB25023,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN856 ORY
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2024 22,943 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 22,383 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 21,186 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 20,529 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 20,328 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 18 Nov 2019 20,328 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2013 19,364 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 19,357 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 5 Dec 2011 18,788 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 17,458 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 16,241 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 16,203 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 15,087 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 13,556 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 12,760 miles

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

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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N856 ORY is a 1996 Honda CB250 in Red with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 N856 ORY, 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 N856 ORY registered?

N856 ORY is a 1996 Honda CB250, first registered on 4 January 1996.

Is N856 ORY safe to buy?

The MOT history for N856 ORY shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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