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YNL 559V

1979 Honda CB250N

Bronze Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2017
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

1,593 mi
Last recorded1,593 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2016
Typical for 1979 Honda CB250N29,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYNL 559V
MakeHonda
ModelCB250N
Year1979
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2016 1,593 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 27 Jun 2016 1,593 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 1,397 miles

Oil leak

non standard exhaust system fitted

Pass 21 May 2011 1,155 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 637 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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YNL 559V is a 1979 Honda CB250N in Bronze with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1979 Honda CB250N models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 29,230 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 YNL 559V, 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 47 years old, this Honda CB250N is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YNL 559V?

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What year was YNL 559V registered?

YNL 559V is a 1979 Honda CB250N, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is YNL 559V safe to buy?

The MOT history for YNL 559V shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YNL 559V have outstanding finance?

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