1979 Honda Cb250 N MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Cb250 N models manufactured in 1979, based on 792 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 1979 Honda Cb250 N vintage page → (84.6% current pass rate)1979 Honda Cb250 N MOT Analysis
The 1979 Honda Cb250 N has an MOT pass rate of 73.9% based on 792 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 28,283 miles on the odometer. With a 26.1% failure rate, the 1979 Cb250 N is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1979 Honda Cb250 N is Motorcycle suspension, responsible for 0.3% of failures. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs range from £200–500. Motorcycle steering is the second most common issue at 0.1%.
Top failures specific to 1979 models only. The overall Cb250 N page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Suspension | 0.3% | 2 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Steering | 0.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 28,283 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.09 | 0.3% | 2 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.04 | 0.1% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1979 Honda Cb250 N has an MOT pass rate of 73.9% based on 792 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 28,283 miles on the odometer. With a 26.1% failure rate, the 1979 Cb250 N is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1979 Honda Cb250 N, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle suspension: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks. With relatively low average mileage of 28,283 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle suspension — 0.3% of failures
Motorcycle suspension issues account for 0.3% of MOT failures on 1979 Honda Cb250 N models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Motorcycle steering — 0.1% of failures
Motorcycle steering issues account for 0.1% of MOT failures on 1979 Honda Cb250 N models. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs: £150–600. Pre-MOT check: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.