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N975 HBY

1996 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

8,816 mi
Last recorded8,816 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda CB25023,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN975 HBY
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2025 8,816 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 8,814 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2023 8,814 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2022 8,808 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 8,794 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 8,768 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 8,758 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2017 8,752 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 8,747 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 8,740 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 8,674 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 8,670 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 8,665 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 8,602 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 8,593 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 8,588 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 8,547 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2005 8,537 miles

FRONT & REAR TYRE PRESSURES LOW

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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N975 HBY is a 1996 Honda CB250 in Red with a 233cc 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 N975 HBY, 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 N975 HBY registered?

N975 HBY is a 1996 Honda CB250, first registered on 29 April 1996.

Is N975 HBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for N975 HBY shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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