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TFX 981X

1981 Honda CB250 N

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2014
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

44,998 mi
Last recorded44,998 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2013
Typical for 1981 Honda CB250 N26,648 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTFX 981X
MakeHonda
ModelCB250 N
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2013 44,998 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2011 44,830 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 7 Mar 2011 44,830 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2010 44,388 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 44,388 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 14 Jun 2008 43,646 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Jun 2008 43,646 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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 20 Apr 2007 42,790 miles

front disc pad lining seperating from backing plate

Fail 12 Apr 2007 42,790 miles

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

front disc lining separating from backing plate

Pass 6 Apr 2006 42,564 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 31 Mar 2006 42,563 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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TFX 981X is a 1981 Honda CB250 N in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 TFX 981X, 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.

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What year was TFX 981X registered?

TFX 981X is a 1981 Honda CB250 N, first registered on 1 December 1981.

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