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B615 XBU

1985 Honda CMX250

Blue Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

17,976 mi
Last recorded17,976 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 1985 Honda CMX25014,905 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB615 XBU
MakeHonda
ModelCMX250
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 17,976 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 17,965 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 17,605 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 16,668 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2020 15,631 miles

Rear tyre side walls slightly perished

Fail 10 Feb 2020 15,597 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear tyre side walls slightly perished

Pass 22 Feb 2019 14,908 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2019 14,905 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 14,341 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 27 Mar 2018 14,341 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 13,671 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 13,262 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 12,881 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 12,877 miles

Front Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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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B615 XBU is a 1985 Honda CMX250 in Blue with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 B615 XBU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B615 XBU registered?

B615 XBU is a 1985 Honda CMX250, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B615 XBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B615 XBU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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