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ONC 344W

1981 Honda CB250 N

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

8,695 mi
Last recorded8,695 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 1981 Honda CB250 N26,648 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationONC 344W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250 N
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2025 8,695 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

suspension soft

Pass 2 Mar 2020 8,689 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 8,495 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 8,495 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 7,495 miles

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 29 Sep 2011 7,495 miles

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

How Reliable is the Honda CB250 N?

Based on 8,624 MOT tests across 1,635 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
284
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
1,635
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 179
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 94
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 67
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 64
Drive chain excessively loose 62
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ONC 344W is a 1981 Honda CB250 N in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Honda CB250 N models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 26,648 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 N fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 179 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ONC 344W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB250 N typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 45 years old, this Honda CB250 N is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ONC 344W registered?

ONC 344W is a 1981 Honda CB250 N, first registered on 28 April 1981.

Is ONC 344W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ONC 344W shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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