MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
24,341 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
clutch leaver end missing
front brake slightly binding
tyre side walls cracking
Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Nearside Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
How Reliable is the Honda CB250N?
Based on 2,828 MOT tests across 513 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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GFV 697W is a 1981 Honda CB250N in Red 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 GFV 697W, 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 GFV 697W registered?
GFV 697W is a 1981 Honda CB250N, first registered on 25 March 1981.
Is GFV 697W safe to buy?
The MOT history for GFV 697W 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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