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MFB 966Y

1982 Honda CB250N

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2015
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

21,003 mi
Last recorded21,003 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2014
Typical for 1982 Honda CB250N29,349 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFB 966Y
MakeHonda
ModelCB250N
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 1 Aug 2014 21,003 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 21,003 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 20,544 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 19,741 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 19,741 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2010 19,617 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fork stancions pitted

Handlebar mounting clamps incorrectly fitted

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Chain spring link clip fitted reversed

Front engine mount bolt broken

both remaining front engine mount bolts loose

Fail 8 Jun 2010 19,616 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d) DANGEROUS

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

Steering linkage has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fork stancions pitted

Handlebar mounting clamps incorrectly fitted

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Chain spring link clip fitted reversed

Front engine mount bolt broken

both remaining front engine mount bolts loose

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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MFB 966Y is a 1982 Honda CB250N in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1982 Honda CB250N models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 29,349 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 MFB 966Y, 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 44 years old, this Honda CB250N is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MFB 966Y registered?

MFB 966Y is a 1982 Honda CB250N, first registered on 2 September 1982.

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