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HBO 226W

1980 Honda CB250 N

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,561 mi
Last recorded17,561 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2019
Typical for 1980 Honda CB250 N28,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHBO 226W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250 N
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 11 Apr 2019 17,561 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 17,256 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 16,927 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 16,791 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 16,452 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 16,195 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2012 15,891 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 15,277 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 14,970 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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HBO 226W is a 1980 Honda CB250 N in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Honda CB250 N models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 28,524 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 HBO 226W, 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 46 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 HBO 226W registered?

HBO 226W is a 1980 Honda CB250 N, first registered on 4 September 1980.

Is HBO 226W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HBO 226W shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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