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PPT 391T

1979 Honda CB250 N

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

10,259 mi
Last recorded10,259 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2017
Typical for 1979 Honda CB250 N27,013 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPPT 391T
MakeHonda
ModelCB250 N
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2017 10,259 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 22 May 2015 10,131 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 21 May 2015 10,131 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

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

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 10,057 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

seat frame corroded and seat held on with straps

Fail 22 Aug 2013 10,057 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Rear Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

seat frame corroded and seat held on with straps

Pass 21 Apr 2006 41,792 miles

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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PPT 391T is a 1979 Honda CB250 N in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Honda CB250 N models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 27,013 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 PPT 391T, 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 47 years old, this Honda CB250 N is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PPT 391T registered?

PPT 391T is a 1979 Honda CB250 N, first registered on 29 June 1979.

Is PPT 391T safe to buy?

The MOT history for PPT 391T 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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