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XPJ 556Y

1982 Honda CB250 N

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2019
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,720 mi
Last recorded36,720 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2018
Typical for 1982 Honda CB250 N28,255 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPJ 556Y
MakeHonda
ModelCB250 N
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2018 36,720 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2017 36,705 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2016 36,348 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 35,121 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 35,017 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Oct 2007 34,692 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2006 34,191 miles

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

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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XPJ 556Y is a 1982 Honda CB250 N in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XPJ 556Y, 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 XPJ 556Y registered?

XPJ 556Y is a 1982 Honda CB250 N, first registered on 27 October 1982.

Is XPJ 556Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for XPJ 556Y shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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