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YGF 587W

1981 Honda CB250N

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

27,538 mi
Last recorded27,538 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2014
Typical for 1981 Honda CB250N27,895 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYGF 587W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250N
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2014 27,538 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2014 27,503 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 26,405 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2012 24,569 miles

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

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

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2012 24,569 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 24,535 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 24,533 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 11 May 2009 24,527 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

Nearside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 12 May 2008 24,501 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 24,496 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

front brake binding slightly.

Pass 11 Jun 2007 24,473 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 24,426 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB250N?

Based on 2,828 MOT tests across 513 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
279
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
513
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 43
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 23
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 23
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 18
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YGF 587W is a 1981 Honda CB250N in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Honda CB250N models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 27,895 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 CB250N fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YGF 587W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB250N typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 45 years old, this Honda CB250N is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YGF 587W registered?

YGF 587W is a 1981 Honda CB250N, first registered on 27 March 1981.

Is YGF 587W safe to buy?

The MOT history for YGF 587W shows 12 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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