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RMD 697Y

1982 Honda CB250 N

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

57,831 mi
Last recorded57,831 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2024
Typical for 1982 Honda CB250 N28,255 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRMD 697Y
MakeHonda
ModelCB250 N
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2024 57,831 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 57,823 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 57,774 miles

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 57,715 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 57,585 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2017 57,585 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 1 Mar 2017 57,555 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Feb 2016 52,304 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 20 Feb 2015 49,033 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Feb 2014 46,480 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2013 52,961 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 47,138 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2011 44,618 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 40,925 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 35,822 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 29,942 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 23,971 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2005 22,799 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2005 22,793 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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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RMD 697Y is a 1982 Honda CB250 N in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1982 Honda CB250 N models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 28,255 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 RMD 697Y, 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 44 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 RMD 697Y registered?

RMD 697Y is a 1982 Honda CB250 N, first registered on 11 August 1982.

Is RMD 697Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for RMD 697Y shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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