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NMM 243X

1981 Honda CB250N

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,364 mi
Last recorded28,364 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2015
Typical for 1981 Honda CB250N27,895 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNMM 243X
MakeHonda
ModelCB250N
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2015 28,364 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 28,363 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 28,359 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 28,354 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

r/h and l/h grips are only partially secured but can not come off

Fail 1 May 2009 28,352 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

l/h grip half is loose but secure

Fail 21 Apr 2009 28,340 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2008 28,336 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2006 28,330 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB250N?

Based on 2,828 MOT tests across 513 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
279
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
513
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 43
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 23
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 23
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 18
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NMM 243X is a 1981 Honda CB250N in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1981 Honda CB250N models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 27,895 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 CB250N fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NMM 243X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB250N typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 45 years old, this Honda CB250N is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NMM 243X registered?

NMM 243X is a 1981 Honda CB250N, first registered on 30 September 1981.

Is NMM 243X safe to buy?

The MOT history for NMM 243X shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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