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COD 701Y

1982 Honda CB250 N

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2021
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

19,162 mi
Last recorded19,162 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2020
Typical for 1982 Honda CB250 N28,255 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCOD 701Y
MakeHonda
ModelCB250 N
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2020 19,162 miles

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

Play in Cush drive

Fail 17 Jul 2020 19,162 miles

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

Play in Cush drive

Front Brake cylinder insecurely mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 19,100 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2019 19,100 miles

Suspension component mounting has an unsafe modification Bolts loose (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 18,914 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2018 18,914 miles

Rear Brake component inadequately mounted Adjuster (1.1.21 (c))

Pass 5 Apr 2011 17,660 miles

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 11 Oct 2007 17,641 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2007 17,634 miles

Brake rod excessively chafed (3.2.A1a)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 23 Dec 2005 14,089 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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COD 701Y is a 1982 Honda CB250 N in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 COD 701Y, 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.

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What year was COD 701Y registered?

COD 701Y is a 1982 Honda CB250 N, first registered on 25 October 1982.

Is COD 701Y safe to buy?

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