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XPY 800T

1978 Honda CB250 N

Blue Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2018
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

34,521 mi
Last recorded34,521 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2017
Typical for 1978 Honda CB250 N30,924 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPY 800T
MakeHonda
ModelCB250 N
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2017 34,521 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 34,451 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2016 34,451 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 34,432 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 2 Nov 2015 34,432 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.5a)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 34,367 miles

Front tyre has slight cracks in side wall

Fail 4 Nov 2014 34,367 miles

Front tyre has slight cracks in side wall

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 34,297 miles

High beam warning lamp not working

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

Pass 15 Nov 2012 33,912 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 13 Nov 2012 33,894 miles

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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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XPY 800T is a 1978 Honda CB250 N in Blue with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1978 Honda CB250 N models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 30,924 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 XPY 800T, 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 48 years old, this Honda CB250 N is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XPY 800T?

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What year was XPY 800T registered?

XPY 800T is a 1978 Honda CB250 N, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is XPY 800T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XPY 800T shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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