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NHK 30V

1980 Honda CB250

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

58,749 mi
Last recorded58,749 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2018
Typical for 1980 Honda CB25029,798 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNHK 30V
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2018 58,749 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 57,516 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 56,790 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 56,790 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2015 56,106 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Nearside Front Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

signs of previous leaking to front master cylinder.no leak found upon test

Fail 3 Nov 2012 55,385 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 3 Nov 2012 55,385 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 53,509 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2011 53,509 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Oct 2010 50,986 miles

no valve-caps fitted. degree of corrosion on rear valve stem.

Pass 22 Oct 2007 50,507 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 48,139 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2005 46,088 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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NHK 30V is a 1980 Honda CB250 in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1980 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 29,798 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 NHK 30V, 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 46 years old, this Honda CB250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NHK 30V registered?

NHK 30V is a 1980 Honda CB250, first registered on 31 March 1980.

Is NHK 30V safe to buy?

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