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RTO 94X

1981 Honda CB250N

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

16,964 mi
Last recorded16,964 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2017
Typical for 1981 Honda CB250N27,895 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRTO 94X
MakeHonda
ModelCB250N
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2017 16,964 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 16,931 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 16,930 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 16,919 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 16,897 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 16,897 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 16,891 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 16,872 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 16,850 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

both rear shockabsorber damper rods pitted

Fail 11 Jul 2007 16,785 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

both rear shockabsorber rods pitted

Pass 11 Jul 2007 16,785 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

both rear shockabsorber rods pitted

Pass 22 Jun 2006 16,053 miles

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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RTO 94X 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 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RTO 94X, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RTO 94X registered?

RTO 94X is a 1981 Honda CB250N, first registered on 1 October 1981.

Is RTO 94X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RTO 94X shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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