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SMP 824Y

1983 Honda CB250 N

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2021
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

45,521 mi
Last recorded45,521 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2019
Typical for 1983 Honda CB250 N26,324 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSMP 824Y
MakeHonda
ModelCB250 N
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2019 45,521 miles

Front TYRE PERRISHED A BIT

Pass 18 Jun 2018 45,084 miles

Front FRONT WHEEL BEARING SLIGHTLY ROUGH

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2014 44,682 miles

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

Fail 11 Jan 2013 44,675 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2013 44,675 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2009 43,478 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 38,527 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2008 38,527 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2007 33,514 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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SMP 824Y is a 1983 Honda CB250 N in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1983 Honda CB250 N models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 26,324 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 SMP 824Y, 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 43 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 SMP 824Y registered?

SMP 824Y is a 1983 Honda CB250 N, first registered on 1 January 1983.

Is SMP 824Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for SMP 824Y shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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