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N955 NAM

1996 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

21,526 mi
Last recorded21,526 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2008
Typical for 1996 Honda CB25023,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN955 NAM
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2008 21,526 miles

HANDLE BAR RUBBERS LOOSE ZZZ FOOT STAND BROKEN ZZZ N/S/F FORK LEG DAMP ZZZZ

Fail 5 Jun 2007 1,982 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 5 Jun 2007 1,982 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 19,793 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 16 May 2006 17,878 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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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N955 NAM is a 1996 Honda CB250 in Red with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 N955 NAM, 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 N955 NAM registered?

N955 NAM is a 1996 Honda CB250, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is N955 NAM safe to buy?

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