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VHO 229V

1979 Honda CB250 N

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2020
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

924 mi
Last recorded924 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2019
Typical for 1979 Honda CB250 N27,013 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHO 229V
MakeHonda
ModelCB250 N
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2019 924 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 32,443 miles

exhaust noisy

Fail 25 Jul 2018 32,443 miles

All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

exhaust noisy

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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VHO 229V is a 1979 Honda CB250 N in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 VHO 229V, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VHO 229V registered?

VHO 229V is a 1979 Honda CB250 N, first registered on 20 August 1979.

Is VHO 229V safe to buy?

The MOT history for VHO 229V shows 3 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.

Does VHO 229V have outstanding finance?

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