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B578 DWN

1985 Honda CMX250

Black Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,211 mi
Last recorded14,211 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2022
Typical for 1985 Honda CMX25014,905 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB578 DWN
MakeHonda
ModelCMX250
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2022 14,211 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 14,004 miles

Front Tyre badly cracked but not deep enough to expose cords

Headlight pattern weak

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

Fail 1 Jun 2020 14,004 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Chain adjuster lock nuts loose

Front Tyre badly cracked but not deep enough to expose cords

Headlight pattern weak

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

Pass 28 May 2015 13,725 miles

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

Front tyre cracked

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

Pass 8 Aug 2013 13,206 miles

Both tyres cracked slightly

Pass 13 Oct 2009 13,131 miles

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

Fail 10 Oct 2009 13,117 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2008 12,997 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 12,750 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2007 12,750 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 12,626 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2005 12,273 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CMX250?

Based on 4,794 MOT tests across 477 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
299
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
477
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 68
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 58
Drive chain excessively loose 39
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32
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B578 DWN is a 1985 Honda CMX250 in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1985 Honda CMX250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 14,905 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 CMX250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B578 DWN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CMX250 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 41 years old, this Honda CMX250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B578 DWN registered?

B578 DWN is a 1985 Honda CMX250, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B578 DWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for B578 DWN shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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