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WNV 117W

1981 Honda CB250 N

Blue Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2021
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

30,856 mi
Last recorded30,856 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2020
Typical for 1981 Honda CB250 N26,648 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWNV 117W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250 N
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2020 30,856 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 29,844 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 7 Mar 2019 29,844 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 28,491 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 17 Mar 2018 28,491 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 28,426 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 26,836 miles
Fail 5 May 2007 26,835 miles

Front Front suspension assembly has an insecure fork brace (2.3.4d)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 5 May 2006 24,355 miles

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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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WNV 117W is a 1981 Honda CB250 N in Blue with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WNV 117W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WNV 117W registered?

WNV 117W is a 1981 Honda CB250 N, first registered on 18 March 1981.

Is WNV 117W safe to buy?

The MOT history for WNV 117W shows 9 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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