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APU 390X

1982 Honda CM250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

34,060 mi
Last recorded34,060 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2024
Typical for 1982 Honda CM25025,276 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPU 390X
MakeHonda
ModelCM250
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2024 34,060 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 33,790 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2022 33,040 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 32,729 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2021 32,729 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jul 2020 32,643 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 31,985 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 31,084 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 29,606 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake

Front Tyre

Pass 11 Jul 2016 28,158 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 27,244 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2014 25,926 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2013 24,602 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 24,408 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2008 24,263 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

nip up left hand switchgear screws

Pass 2 Aug 2008 24,263 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

nip up left hand switchgear screws

Pass 8 Jul 2007 24,029 miles

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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APU 390X is a 1982 Honda CM250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1982 Honda CM250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 25,276 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 APU 390X, 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 44 years old, this Honda CM250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was APU 390X registered?

APU 390X is a 1982 Honda CM250, first registered on 18 February 1982.

Is APU 390X safe to buy?

The MOT history for APU 390X shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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