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A311 LVS

1983 Honda CM250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2023
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

32,587 mi
Last recorded32,587 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2022
Typical for 1983 Honda CM25026,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA311 LVS
MakeHonda
ModelCM250
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2022 32,587 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 32,244 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

centre stand spring weak

Fail 7 Sep 2020 32,244 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing ()

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

centre stand spring weak

Pass 27 Aug 2019 32,046 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Speedometer cable retaining screw loose

Fail 21 Aug 2019 32,044 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Front Wheel fixing loose (multiple fixings) (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Chain guard missing ()

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Speedometer cable retaining screw loose

Pass 21 Oct 2017 31,582 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2017 31,582 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 31,482 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2016 31,482 miles

Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 27 Oct 2015 30,805 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 22,711 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2014 22,705 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2012 31,619 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 25,465 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 25,465 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 30 Oct 2010 23,326 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Honda CM250?

Based on 1,826 MOT tests across 299 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
242
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
299
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 38
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Drive chain excessively loose 14
Throttle operating incorrectly 12
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A311 LVS is a 1983 Honda CM250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1983 Honda CM250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 26,520 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 CM250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A311 LVS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CM250 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 43 years old, this Honda CM250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A311 LVS registered?

A311 LVS is a 1983 Honda CM250, first registered on 18 August 1983.

Is A311 LVS safe to buy?

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