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ONA 821W

1981 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

12,094 mi
Last recorded12,094 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2019
Typical for 1981 Honda CB25031,740 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationONA 821W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2019 12,094 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2019 12,094 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Feb 2016 11,803 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2013 10,991 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 10,759 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 10,103 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 9,828 miles

rear tyre cracking

Pass 23 Mar 2009 9,539 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 9,537 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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ONA 821W is a 1981 Honda CB250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1981 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 31,740 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 ONA 821W, 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 45 years old, this Honda CB250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ONA 821W?

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What year was ONA 821W registered?

ONA 821W is a 1981 Honda CB250, first registered on 24 March 1981.

Is ONA 821W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ONA 821W shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ONA 821W have outstanding finance?

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