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BDF 844T

1978 Honda CB250 N

Purple Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2021
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

38,670 mi
Last recorded38,670 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2020
Typical for 1978 Honda CB250 N30,924 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBDF 844T
MakeHonda
ModelCB250 N
Year1978
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2020 38,670 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2020 38,670 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 May 2019 38,407 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 38,407 miles

Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2018 38,209 miles
Fail 11 May 2018 38,202 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2017 37,338 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 16 May 2017 37,320 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play swingarm (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 36,187 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 36,174 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Feb 2014 35,614 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 35,188 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

o/s front indicator insecure

Fail 18 Feb 2013 35,181 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

o/s front indicator insecure

Pass 28 Jan 2012 34,820 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 34,579 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2011 34,563 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 19 Jan 2010 34,030 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 33,669 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2009 33,669 miles

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

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

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Pass 28 Jan 2008 32,170 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 31,290 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2007 31,290 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)

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

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2006 30,685 miles

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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BDF 844T is a 1978 Honda CB250 N in Purple with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 BDF 844T, 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

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What year was BDF 844T registered?

BDF 844T is a 1978 Honda CB250 N, first registered on 15 September 1978.

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