CarVerify

Free Car Check

N857 FOY

1995 Honda CB250

Grey Petrol 234cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

50,503 mi
Last recorded50,503 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2023
Typical for 1995 Honda CB25025,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationN857 FOY
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1995
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2023 50,503 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Mar 2023 50,503 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2022 47,523 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 44,707 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2020 42,364 miles

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

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2011 39,733 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear tyre sidewalls perished.

Front tyre sidewalls perished.

Pass 19 Jul 2010 36,222 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2010 36,147 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 Jul 2009 33,578 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2009 33,578 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 31,795 miles

slight oil leak on nearside fork seal

Pass 18 Jul 2007 29,498 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2006 27,996 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
Full Honda CB250 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

N857 FOY is a 1995 Honda CB250 in Grey with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 N857 FOY, 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

How do I check the history of N857 FOY?

You can check the full history of N857 FOY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was N857 FOY registered?

N857 FOY is a 1995 Honda CB250, first registered on 4 November 1995.

Is N857 FOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for N857 FOY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N857 FOY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on N857 FOY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.